Question

In 3–5 sentences, explain how meteorologists use weather data to predict the probability of a catastrophic wildfire. For a 7th grader

Answer 1

Meteorologists analyze various weather data, like temperature, humidity, wind speed, and rainfall, to understand fire conditions. They use this information to determine how dry the environment is and how easily a fire might spread. For example, very hot, dry, and windy weather increases the chances of wildfires. By studying these patterns, meteorologists can predict the likelihood of a catastrophic wildfire happening in a certain area and alert people to be prepared.