Recently (and sadly) there was a fire in Archer, Los Angeles, affecting approximately 19 acres.

This report helps to identify affected areas using a burn scar analysis.

Using analysis like the Normalized Burn Ratio SWIR (NBRSWIR), Orbica's tool provided a detailed assessment of the fire's impact on vegetation. Here's what the report revealed:

• Affected Area: The fire impacted steep, formerly forested slopes with high erosion risk due to greywacke and schist soils.
• Severity Levels: The NBRSWIR analysis highlighted areas of intense damage and provided visibility into vegetation recovery.
• Significant Changes: Seven critical changes in vegetation health were detected, pinpointing where recovery efforts should be focused.
• Weather Impact: With 1378mm of annual rainfall and 17° slopes, the terrain poses additional challenges for erosion and recovery post-fire.

These insights equip forestry managers, compliance teams, and environmental planners with the data they need to act swiftly and effectively.

Creating a comprehensive fire damage report with Orbica is straightforward. Here’s how it works:

1. Choose an Area of Interest (AOI): Head to the Orbica Platform and define the location you want to monitor.
2. Select an Analysis Type: From fire severity to vegetation recovery, customize the insights you need.
3. Get Results in Minutes: In less than five minutes, you’ll receive a full report, like the Bridge Hill Fire analysis, emailed directly to you.

No complex software or technical expertise is required—just fast, reliable results.