Which statement best demonstrates how data from a global positioning system (GPS) can be used to lessen the effects of a wildfire?(1 point)
Responses
GPS data can be used by people to quickly evacuate an area because of a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by people to quickly evacuate an area because of a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by scientists to predict weather patterns that can lead to a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by scientists to predict weather patterns that can lead to a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by firefighters to identify the boundaries of a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by firefighters to identify the boundaries of a wildfire.
GPS data can be used by first responders to calculate the safest route to a wildfire.
5 answers
GPS data can be used by first responders to calculate the safest route to a wildfire.
Which cause of wildfires is least likely to lead to catastrophic results?(1 point)
Responses
lightning strike
lightning strike
unattended campfire
unattended campfire
arson
arson
controlled burn
Responses
lightning strike
lightning strike
unattended campfire
unattended campfire
arson
arson
controlled burn
controlled burn
The National Weather Service issued the following weather forecast.
“Strong, hot, dry winds are expected to move through the local area.”
Which action would local fire officials most likely take as a result of this weather forecast?
(1 point)
Responses
They would lift a ban on all burning in the area.
They would lift a ban on all burning in the area.
They would permit only controlled burns in the area.
They would permit only controlled burns in the area.
They would prohibit any outdoor burning in the area.
They would prohibit any outdoor burning in the area.
They would eliminate smoking in public places throughout the area.
“Strong, hot, dry winds are expected to move through the local area.”
Which action would local fire officials most likely take as a result of this weather forecast?
(1 point)
Responses
They would lift a ban on all burning in the area.
They would lift a ban on all burning in the area.
They would permit only controlled burns in the area.
They would permit only controlled burns in the area.
They would prohibit any outdoor burning in the area.
They would prohibit any outdoor burning in the area.
They would eliminate smoking in public places throughout the area.
They would prohibit any outdoor burning in the area.