Jeff Prestemon
Forest Economist
Southern Research Station
My favorite science experience has been uncovering evidence that some wildfire arsonists set many wildfires over a few days in bursts of fire setting. I also learned that arsonists likely repeat this behavior throughout a fire season and possibly over several years, until they are caught. This evidence has allowed us to better predict where and when future arson wildfires might be ignited.
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USDA Forest Service: Jeffrey Prestemon
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