Fire Management Approaches

Living with fire.

See how communities thrive or struggle based on their approach to fire.

Toggle between approaches to compare:

Reactive
Proactive
Reactive fire management
Reactive
Unprepared.
Chaotic.
Vulnerable.
Proactive fire management
Proactive
Organized.
Prepared.
Resilient.

See how fire unfolds

Select a phase to explore:

Before
During
After
Reactive
Proactive
Before
During
After

Reactive: Before

Communities with a reactive approach to fire management often lack comprehensive preparation. Fire safety measures may be minimal, with limited investment in prevention infrastructure.

Limited Prevention
Limited Prevention
Minimal investment in preventative measures
Inadequate Planning
Inadequate Planning
Lack of comprehensive fire response plans
Resource Constraints
Resource Constraints
Limited allocation of resources for fire management

Reactive: During

When fires occur, reactive communities often face chaotic scenarios. Emergency responses may be disorganized, with agencies struggling to coordinate effectively.

Emergency Response
Emergency Response
Rushed and often chaotic emergency measures
Resource Strain
Resource Strain
Overwhelmed emergency services and resources
Communication Issues
Communication Issues
Challenges with clear public communication

Reactive: After

In the aftermath, reactive communities often face extensive rebuilding efforts with minimal pre-established recovery frameworks. Insurance challenges are common, with many residents discovering they were underinsured for fire damage.

Slow Recovery
Slow Recovery
Extended recovery timeline due to lack of planning
High Costs
High Costs
Significantly higher recovery and rebuilding costs
Limited Learning
Limited Learning
Minimal improvement in future fire readiness

Proactive: Before

Proactive communities invest heavily in prevention and preparedness. They implement comprehensive forest management practices, including regular controlled burns and mechanical thinning to reduce fuel loads in surrounding areas.

Prevention Measures
Prevention Measures
Active hazard reduction and prevention
Comprehensive Planning
Comprehensive Planning
Detailed fire management and response plans
Community Education
Community Education
Regular fire safety training and awareness

Proactive: During

When fires occur in proactive communities, emergency response is coordinated and efficient. Well-established communication protocols ensure residents receive timely, accurate information about the situation and necessary actions.

Coordinated Response
Coordinated Response
Well-orchestrated emergency management
Resource Optimization
Resource Optimization
Efficient allocation of firefighting resources
Clear Communication
Clear Communication
Effective public information sharing systems

Proactive: After

Recovery in proactive communities typically follows pre-established plans that expedite rebuilding and restoration. Insurance claims tend to be processed more smoothly due to proper documentation and adequate coverage levels encouraged before disasters.

Rapid Recovery
Rapid Recovery
Accelerated community restoration efforts
Cost Efficiency
Cost Efficiency
Lower overall recovery costs due to preparation
Continuous Improvement
Continuous Improvement
Analysis and enhancement of future readiness