A strategic approach to sourcing and using fire information in northern Côte d’Ivoire

A strategic approach to sourcing and using fire information has been successfully implemented in Comoé National Park, Côte d’Ivoire. This study demonstrates how recent advancements in Earth observation data, computing power, and geospatial technologies can be leveraged to compile detailed fire regime and land management information at multiple spatial and temporal scales. The approach supports fire management planning, reporting, documentation, and analysis, enabling effective implementation of management activities. By addressing the historical lack of detailed fire regime data in African protected areas, this study provides a scalable model for improving decision-making and tracking the impacts of conservation efforts.

Rücker, G., Ouattara, A., Kouame, N. P., Leimbach, D., Popovic, D., Kouassi, J.-L., Tiomoko, D., Kouadio, R., & Tondossama, A. (2022). A strategic approach to sourcing and using fire information in northern Côte d’Ivoire. Tropical Forest Issues, (61), 162–168. https://doi.org/10.55515/rzqq3055