Real-time wildfire map updates for Canada

Gain a comprehensive overview of forest fires in Canada at a glance and empower yourself to make well-informed decisions to proactively mitigate forest fire-related disasters.

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Forest area coverage in Canada
Canada is renowned for its extensive forest coverage, making it one of the world's leading forested nations. It boasts around 347 million hectares of forested land, covering nearly 38% of the country's total land area. These forests are predominantly composed of coniferous species like spruce, pine, and fir, and they play a vital role in carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and supporting various industries such as forestry and tourism.
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Forest fire history in Canada
Wildfires have always been a part of Canada's landscape. The country's boreal forest, which covers about half of its landmass, is naturally fire-prone. These forests are made up of dense stands of evergreen trees that produce a lot of flammable material. 

Climate change is a major factor contributing to the increasing severity of wildfires in Canada. Warmer temperatures and drier conditions create a more favorable environment for fires to start and spread. In addition, climate change is causing the boreal forest to change, with some areas becoming more fire-prone.

The 2023 wildfire season in Canada has been the worst on record. As of September 5, 2023, more than 8.1 million hectares have been burned. The fires have affected all 13 provinces and territories, but the most damage has been in Alberta, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories.
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Forest fire parameters that matter for risk mitigation in Canada

To help monitor and mitigate the risks posed by wildfires, Ambee’s wildfire map for Canada provides users with critical information on the location, intensity, and size, among other parameters. Here’s the list.
Parameters
What it means
lat
Latitude of the place to search
lng
Longitude of the place to search
FRP
Fire radiative power is the energy/intensity emitted by the actively burning fire
FWI
Fire weather index indicates potential fire intensity due to weather conditions, fuel type and soil moisture combined.
cause
Cause of the fire [Optional]
size
Size of the fire [Optional]
burnedArea
Total burned area in acres since the fire started [Optional]
createdAt
The time when the fire was ignited
status
The risk level of fire - Extreme Danger, Very High Danger, High Danger, Moderate Danger, Low Danger, and Very Low Danger.
risk
The risk level of fire - Extreme Danger, Very High Danger, High Danger, Moderate Danger, Low Danger, and Very Low Danger.
type
Type of fire - Reported Fire or Detected Fire
fuelType
The type of fuel that ignited the fire [Optional]
percentageContained
The amount of fire contained in percentage [Optional]
confidence
Provides a confidence levels that the fire detected was an actual fire and not surface reflectance
Low - Low confidence daytime fires that are typically associated with areas of sun glint or water events, and lower relative temperature anomaly less than (15K). These occurrences are predominantly linked to spurious detections although some verifiable fires may be mixed in.
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Nominal - Nominal confidence fires are those that are free of potential sun glint contamination during the day, and marked by strong more than 15K temperature anomaly in either day or nighttime data.
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High - High confidence fires are associated with day or nighttime saturated events, including nominal saturation. [Optional]
timeFlag
Time of fire occurrence - Day or Night [Optional]
sourceType
Type of satellite we are referring to - modis or viirs [Optional]
detectionTime
Time of event detection [Optional]
ros
rate of spread (ROS) - The rate at which the fire is spreading or getting contained in meters/min [Optional]

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Ambee's forest fire API offers vital data on fire location, intensity, size, and associated risks. Additionally, it provides comprehensive air quality information to detect lingering threats like toxic air pockets. This API is indispensable for those seeking proactive measures to safeguard lives and property.
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Proactively monitor air quality in Canada amidst forest fires

Forest fires significantly impact the Air Quality Index (AQI) by releasing harmful particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants. These emissions pose health risks and worsen air quality while having a long-term effect on the climate. Stay ahead of poor air quality amidst wildfires and safeguard your health and safety.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the real-time wildfire map for Canada?

The real-time wildfire map for Canada provides a comprehensive overview of forest fires in the country. It empowers users to make informed decisions to proactively mitigate wildfires and related disasters.

How can I access the Wildfire Map for Canada?

You can access the wildfire map for Canada by visiting this link: https://maps.getambee.com

Why is Canada particularly prone to forest fires?

Canada's boreal forests, covering approximately half of its landmass, are naturally fire-prone due to the dense stands of evergreen trees that produce flammable materials. Additionally, climate change contributes to the increasing severity of wildfires in Canada.

What are some forest fire parameters that the map provides for risk mitigation in Canada?

Ambee's wildfire map for Canada offers information on critical parameters such as fire location, intensity, and size. The updated list of parameters is available on the platform.

What other information does Ambee's wildfire API provide besides location and intensity?

Ambee's wildfire API offers data on fire size, associated risks, and comprehensive air quality information to detect threats such as toxic air pockets.

How do forest fires impact air quality in Canada?

Forest fires release harmful particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants that significantly impact the AQI. This can pose health risks and worsen air quality, affecting both short-term and long-term climate conditions.