The phrase "wildfire risk" refers to the chance or possibility of a wildfire occurring. It suggests the potential danger or threat posed by a fire and the likelihood of it spreading quickly and uncontrollably in an area. Full definition
[5] Extreme heat and years of ongoing drought, both linked to climate change, are increasing wildfire risk in California by contributing to the frequency and severity of wildfires in recent decades. (climatesignals.org)
«We studied bird populations following two types of vegetation removal, prescribed fire and mastication (the mechanical crushing of vegetation), because both management methods have been used to try reduce wildfire risk in California chaparral,» said Erica Newman, lead author of the study and scientist in the UA School of Natural Resources and the Environment. (sciencedaily.com)
The impacts of runoff and soil moisture deficits associated with warm temperatures can be acute, including enhanced wildfire risk (21), land subsidence from excessive groundwater withdrawals (22), decreased hydropower production (23), and damage to habitat of vulnerable riparian species (24). (pnas.org)