Eucalyptus fuel dynamics, and fire hazard in the Oakland hills

Agee, J; Wakimoto, R; Darley, E; Biswell, H

Eucalyptus fuel dynamics, and fire hazard in the Oakland hills

Authors

J. K. Agee
R. H. Wakimoto
E. F. Darley
H. H. Biswell

Authors Affiliations

James K. Agee is Research Assistants in the School of Forestry and Conservation, University of California, Berkeley; Ronald H. Wakimoto is Research Assistants in the School of Forestry and Conservation, University of California, Berkeley; Ellis F. Darley is Plant Pathologist, Statewide Air Pollution Control Center, University of California, Riverside; Harold H. Biswell is Professor of Forestry, Emeritus, University of California, Berkeley.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 27(9):13-15. DOI:10.3733/ca.v027n09p13. September 1973.

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Abstract

This study reports the results of two years of fuel studies in blue gum eucalyptus stands. Fuel weights are related to stand densities, and the dynamics of fuel accumulation are investigated. Techniques for managing fuel loads in eucalyptus stands are discussed. Results of this study indicate that fuel buildup occurs very rapidly in unmanaged eucalyptus stands, and that to maintain low fuel levels, a fuel reduction program is essential. If prescribed fire is used, burning techniques that minimize air pollution must be used.

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