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Equally crucial is ensuring that fire personnel understand how the model reflects real fire processes. Faith Ann Heinsch, a curriculum developer, emphasizes the importance of training first responders, dispatchers, and planners on the science behind the simulations. The goal is not only to create a better model but also to foster confidence in its predictions through effective education.
By 2027, the new fire behavior model is anticipated to be widely adopted by fire agencies. Rigorously validated against lab data, it is expected to significantly improve wildfire prediction accuracy and, consequently, firefighting effectiveness.