FACTivity – Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire

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Results from “Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire” showed that specific climate conditions were linked to very large wildland fires. The link was most clear when analyzing biophysical observations. These biophysical observations are representations of environmental conditions, such as seasonal drought or fire danger, and are calculated using weather data. One of the biophysical observations was the Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI).
In this FACTivity, you will answer the question: Are there patterns that show a relationship between PDSI and very large wildland fires in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge?
Materials:
- Pencils
- Computer/internet (optional)

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Where There's Smoke, There's Fire: Is Climate Connected to Very Large Wildland Fires?
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Social Studies Standards
Social Studies Standards are educational guidelines outlining the essential knowledge, skills, and concepts students should learn in subjects such as history, geography, civics, and economics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of societal structures, historical events, and global perspectives.
- People, Places, and Environments
- Science, Technology, and Society