Standard Fire Behavior Fuel Models : A Comprehensive Set for Use with Rothermel's Surface Fire Spread Model

Authors

Joe H. Scott
Robert E. Burgan

Document Type

Full Issue

Publication Date

2005

Abstract

This report describes a new set of standard fire behavior fuel models for use with Rothermel’s surface fire spread model and the relationship of the new set to the original set of 13 fire behavior fuel models. To assist with transition to using the new fuel models, a fuel model selection guide, fuel model crosswalk, and set of fuel model photos are provided.

Comments

This item was written and prepared by U.S. Government employees on official time, and is therefore in the public domain.

Recommended Citation

Scott, J. and Burgan, R. (2005). Standard fire behavior fuel models : a comprehensive set for use with Rothermel's surface fire spread model. USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station, General Technical Report RMRS-GTR-153, 72 pp.