Minimizing post-fire erosion using rainwater harvesting practices

P. R. Garcia-Chevesich; R. Valdes; Dan G. Neary; R. Pizarro

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Minimizing post-fire erosion using rainwater harvesting practices

Formally Refereed

Authors:

P. R. Garcia-Chevesich, R. Valdes, Dan G. Neary, R. Pizarro

Year:

2015

Type:

Scientific Journal

Station:

Rocky Mountain Research Station

Source:

Environmental Connection. 9(2): 24-25.

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Abstract

Though wildfires can lead to tremendous rates of soil erosion, they also have several beneficial effects on natural areas. Plants in ecosystems that are susceptible to wildfires often survive through adaptation processes that include physical protection against heat, increased growth after a wildfire event and production of flammable materials that stimulate fire and may diminish competition.

Keywords

wildfire, soil erosion, rainwater harvesting

Citation

Garcia-Chevesich, P. R.; Valdes, R.; Neary, D.; Pizarro, R. 2015. Minimizing post-fire erosion using rainwater harvesting practices. Environmental Connection. 9(2): 24-25.