CLEAN : Smoke and burnt vehicles in California fire that forced thousands to flee

CLEAN : Smoke and burnt vehicles in California fire that forced thousands to flee

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Science, Geography, Biology

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the location of a fire near a National Park and the containment efforts in place. It highlights the impact of the Ferguson fire scar, which reduces fuel and slows fire spread. Environmental factors such as low humidity, high temperatures, drought, and high tree mortality in Mariposa County contribute to extreme fire behavior. The steep topography further exacerbates the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Ferguson fire scar in relation to the current fire?

It increases the fire's intensity.

It acts as a natural barrier to slow the fire.

It provides additional fuel for the fire.

It has no impact on the current fire.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which environmental factor is NOT mentioned as affecting fire behavior?

Strong winds

Drought conditions

High temperatures

Low humidity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does low humidity influence fire behavior?

It makes the air cooler, slowing down the fire.

It has no effect on fire behavior.

It decreases moisture in the air, promoting fire spread.

It increases moisture in the air, reducing fire spread.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a consequence of high tree mortality in Mariposa County?

Increased availability of water resources

Reduced fire intensity

More dead trees providing fuel for fires

Improved air quality

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the topography of the area contribute to fire behavior?

It makes the fire spread slower.

It has no impact on fire behavior.

It leads to more extreme fire behavior.

It helps in containing the fire.