„Forestfireprotection in Poland and Europe”

I hope we’re going to be great friends! Hi! My name is Bob. I’d like to tell you about my home. Some people destroy it , so I want to warn you about the consequences of ruining forests and how to protect it. I hope we’re going to be great friends!

Why the fire in forest is so dangerous Fire in forest is main and very dangerous for my friends and my house. Fire quickly embraces the trees and forest litter. It deprives us our place to live and destroyes nature’s action which has lasted for centuries.

The Different Phases of Forest Fires a) “Crawling” Fire: The fire spreads throughout lower level vegetation, including bushes. b) “Crown” Fire: When a fire “crowns,” the flames have spread to the top branches of trees and begin to travel at a rapid pace. Soon, the fire blankets the top of the forest. Whatever is caught underneath a crown fire is in serious danger, as the spreading of the fire may prove too much for an individual to outrun. Windy conditions also make this type of fire especially hard to battle. c) “Jumping” or “Spotting” Fire: The power of the wind may carry burning branches and leaves over roads, rivers, and other objects, which creates distant fires. d) Smoldering Fire: Another type of forest fire centers on the slow combustion of surface fuels that do not create a flame, but instead spread slowly at a steady pace throughout the forest. Some smoldering fires stay around for days or weeks, and then disappear. Unfortunately, surrounding roots, seeds, and plant stems on the ground are greatly affected. This type of fire also produces a large amount of emissions, which threatens the atmosphere.

The most common causes of fire forests Uncerfull people sometimes throw burning cigarets or matches which can cause fire. I’ve heared that some people caused fire in forest, but I can’t believe this. Why someone would destroy my home?

What we can’t do in forest? Forests often burns because of our recklessness and imprudence. Breaking prohibitions, burning cigaretes and throwing cigarette butts. Firing fires, going there where we can’t and going to forest when there is a fire hazard. You musn’t burning grass too.

Now I’ll tell you about four ways of protecting forest against fire

Fight fire with fire by creating a fireline.  This is the objective of most agencies as it contains the fire immediately, preventing spreading and future damage.Sometimes the easiest and fastest way to fight a fire is to do a controlled burn around the perimeter of a forest fire. A controlled burn will allow you to cut off the fuel source of the larger fire by already burning off the dry plants, thus stopping the spread of the fire. Take note: embers fly. Even if you do have a fireline constructed, the wind may carry smoldering embers that can move the fire and exacerbate the problem. In this situation, you are removing the fuel component of the fire, and this method is considered an indirect attack on the fire.

Use water as a fire suppression tool. Nature's way is still the best way and it probably always will be. It removes the fuel source by making it too moist and can suppress oxygen to the flames. When fire crews arrive at a forest fire, they set up power pumps at the closest water source that they can find and then they run their hoses to the fire. Or it may be brought in via tanker or helibucket. If you are by yourself or with your family and not with a professional fire fighting team, make every effort to control a fire with water available so as not to spread the flames and create a larger fire. However, if ithe fire grows even the slightest bit, call the fire department and evacuate immediately. A fireline can also be created with water, soaking up the perimeter of the fire, preventing future spreading.

Consider suppressant foam. if you are part of a fire management agency in your area or can get a hold of one, consider this alternative to water, which may be in short supply. Whether you use an aerial or a ground application, suppressant foam can help you extinguish your fires faster by acting as an insulated barrier to keep unburned fuels from being ignited. The bubble structure of the foam also gives you a slower, more controlled water drainage, which helps you penetrate better and longer into the fuel sources.

Take advantage of natural barriers to help you fight fires.  Areas like rivers, lakes, roads, swamps and rocky areas can be a natural ending spot for a fire so that you can concentrate on tackling other sides.All fire suppression activities are based from an anchor point, often one of these spots. The likelihood of the fire reaching this area is less than average, providing a place firefighters can stay for an extended period of time.

I think I have told you everything about protecting my house I think I have told you everything about protecting my house. I have to say good bye. I hope we’ll meet again! 

Links to websites we have used in our presentation http://www.edukacja.psp.wlkp.pl/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=110:poary-lasow&catid=45:bezpiecznie-w-lesie-i-na-wsi&Itemid=105 http://www.howtoprevent.com/enviroment/how-to-prevent-a-forest-fire http://www.wikihow.com/Fight-a-Forest-Fire http://www.srodowisko.abc.com.pl/czytaj/-/artykul/chronmy-nasze-lasy-przed-ogniem

Made by: Julia Kraynik Olga Wysocka Natalia Godlewska Miejski Zespół Szkół nr.2 z oddziałami integracyjnymi im. Jana Pawła II w Ciechanowie. Klasa IIIc gim.

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