OMB Individually Reported

Predicting post-fire tree mortality

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Description

We used random forests to select predictor variables for models of individual tree mortality following fire.

Detailed example

Predictive models of postfire tree survivorship.

AI / analytics pattern

Classical/Predictive Machine Learning: Models trained on data to make predictions or classifications based on identified patterns or relationships.

Automation level / stage

c) Deployed – The use case is being actively authorized or utilized to support the functions or mission of an agency.

Expected benefit

These science products strengthen wildland fire and timber management practices.

Controls / human review

ATO: No; PIA: Not published

Data needed

A database of fire effects to describe the determinants of fire-induced tree mortality.