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Prevent Wildfires to Protect Our Ocean (VIDEO)
In 2016, Maui had its worst wildfire season in many years. With barely any vegetation left in the burned areas to hold down silty soils, a mid-September storm rained down on the burned lands and carried trash and debris through our watersheds and out into the ocean. This video tells the story post-fire flooding and its impacts on our communities, lands, and waters.
Footage of post-fire flooding was filmed in West Maui on the days following the September 13th storm.
Share this video with your friends, 'ohana, coworkers and everyone else you know who cares about our oceans.
And remember to share the message:
PREVENT WILDFIRES TO PROTECT OUR OCEAN
Credits:
Pablo Beimler - Producer, Writer, Videographer, Editor, Narrator
Elizabeth Pickett - Writer
Gordon Firestein - Launiupoko Videos
Doris Lang - Launiupoko Videos
Seri Niimi-Burch - Airport Fire Video
Music by Bensound.com - "Piano Moment"
This video was made possible through the support provided by U.S. Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Region, under the terms of Grant No. 16-DG-11052012-146. The opinions expressed in this video are those of the author(s) and does not necessarily reflect views of the U.S. Forest Service. USDA is an equal opportunity provider.
Wildfire & Drought Look Out! Video News Release
Wildfire & Drought Look Out! - 1st Press Release
Hidden Victims of the Nanakuli Fire (VIDEO)
The Nanakuli Fire in March of 2016 threatened a number of homes along the edges of the valley. However, some precious native plants were also in the path of the destructive fire. Here's the story behind what happened and the larger lesson of how wildfires impact Hawaii's native ecosystems.
El Niño and Fire Weather on Pacific Islands
The current (2015-2016), strong El Niño is forecast to bring drier conditions to our region this summer and beyond. This PFX fact sheet illustrates how droughts under prior El Niños have resulted in extensive fires across the region. This indicates the current forecast is an opportunity to plan and increase preparedness for conditions of higher fire danger.
Prevent or Reduce Fire with Goats - JFSP Brief
HWMO VIDEO: Kawaihae Fire and Flood 2015 - Mauka to Makai Impacts
Red Cross Wildfire Alerts App
Make sure to download the Emergency App and other on-the-go emergency alert resources for the whole mobile suite.
Be ready for wildfire with Wildfire by the American Red Cross. Get the latest state-by-state Wildfire news and updates, prepare your family, home and pets, let loved ones know that you are safe even if the power is out – a must have for anyone who lives in an area that is susceptible to wildfires or has loved ones that do.