A field guide to predict delayed mortility of fire - Damaged ponderosa pine- Application and validation of Malheur model

This technical report presents a field guide based on the Malheur model, a tool developed to predict the probability of delayed mortality in fire-damaged ponderosa pine trees. The report details the application and validation of this model, which uses observable characteristics like bole and crown scorch to estimate mortality risk via a user-friendly graph. Findings from validation studies across different locations and fire types suggest the model offers a reliable way for land managers to assess post-fire tree survival for various management objectives, including evaluating burn success and planning post-fire activities.

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Author Walter G. Thies, Douglas J. Westlind, Mark Loewen, Greg Brenner
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Publication Year 2006