This project builds on previous research into the use of fuel moisture sensors and new models of fuel moisture. Despite significant advances in the capacity to monitor fuel moisture, there are minimal guidelines for fire managers on the use of these new fuel moisture products and sensors. This project will identify fuel moisture and weather windows associated with successful planned burn outcomes and assess whether these windows have shifted through time.

This project also aims to develop either:

(1) guidelines on using and interpreting fuel moisture data; or
(2) a platform for accessing relevant fuel moisture metrics. This will be guided by consultation with our end-users.

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