The bushfire outlook for many parts of Australia has changed drastically over the past decade. Environmental conditions have transformed, producing larger and more destructive bushfires.
UNSW Canberra, a major hub for bushfire research, has welcomed the NSW government’s $28 million commitment to better preparing the state for future bushfires.
Long heatwaves during entrenched drought often trigger fears of bushfire. It’s easy to imagine rolling days of hot, dry weather desiccating leaves, bark and twigs, transforming them into a potent fuel.
UNSW Canberra extreme bushfire researcher and mathematical scientist, Professor Jason Sharples, has dedicated his career to understanding the complex behaviour of bushfires.
As the catastrophic bushfires continue to burn throughout the country, we’ve seen many examples of people at their best: the brave volunteers on the fire front, those tirelessly taking care of injured wildlife, individuals digging deep into their
While Australia grapples with an early start to the 2019 bushfire season, a UNSW Canberra-led study on the 2018 Queensland bushfires has been released.
Temperatures across many regions of Australia are set to exceed 40℃ this week, including heatwaves forecast throughout parts of eastern Australia, raising t
UNSW Canberra bushfire expert Associate Professor Jason Sharples helped Weston Creek residents prepare for the upcoming season at a council meeting on Wednesday.
Understand fundamental aspects of bushfire behaviour and propagation, including coupled/dynamic effects. Develop scientifically rigorous models that integrate with fire safety and risk management systems.
