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/IV FROG Project

TetonTopo recently partnered with the Illinois Valley Fire Resiliency Oversight Group (IVFROG) to apply advanced GIS tools in addressing wildfire resilience and preparedness. Our team developed a series of custom maps that provided critical insights into fire dynamics and recovery. These maps included an NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) analysis to assess vegetation health, historical wind data studies to predict fire spread, and an application of the University of Oregon's qualitative wildfire risk assessment. We also compiled fire history maps and evaluated post-fire severity using published BARC (Burned Area Reflectance Classification) and BEAR (Burned Area Emergency Response) report data. To further support decision-making, we used IFTDSS (Interagency Fuel Treatment Decision Support System) to simulate the effectiveness of hypothetical prescribed burn operations in reducing fire risk.

In addition to these technical outputs, TetonTopo hosted a collaborative meeting at the Illinois Valley Fire Department, bringing together stakeholders to interpret and utilize these maps effectively. This session highlighted the critical value of visual data in decision-making processes, emphasizing both immediate action plans and long-term strategies for fire resilience. Our approach aimed to merge data-driven insights with community engagement, ensuring that the maps created were not just tools but pathways to better-informed actions.

At TetonTopo, we pride ourselves on translating complex geospatial data into actionable solutions. Through this project, we demonstrated our ability to blend cutting-edge GIS technologies with localized knowledge and needs, delivering impactful resources for wildfire management. Whether leveraging vegetation indices or modeling fuel treatments, we aim to empower communities with the tools they need to steward their landscapes effectively.

We’re thankful for the support of our partners!

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