Challenges encountered during fire outbreaks

Frequency

No. of affected

% affected

Community members do not report wildfires in fear of fines

1

0.9

Lack of assistance from community members

3

2.8

Late response from community members

3

2.8

Late response from NFES

66

61.1

NFES stations are too far from community

3

2.8

Non-response from NFES

2

1.9

Not enough NFES resources to respond to fires

4

3.7

Poor communication whenever there is an outbreak

3

2.8

Poor road networks to reach affected areas

7

6.5

Residents are not aware of fire precautions

8

7.4

Fire hydrants are not enough for the fire engines to refill

1

0.9

Poor repercussions when people start fires on high risk days

1

0.9

Lack of resources makes it difficult to put out fires

6

5.5