Experimental evidence of the multiple microclimatic impacts ofbushfires in affected urban areas: the case of Sydney during the2019/2020 Australian season

Giulia Ulpiani,
Gianluca Ranzi and Mat Santamouris

This paper presents the results of a monitoring campaign conducted in the inner west of the city ofSydney during the 2019/2020 bushfire season. The combined effects of extreme pollution, heat wavesand droughts are analyzed in terms of microclimatic perturbation.

Study sheds light on bushfires' microclimate impact

A study examining the urban microclimatic impact of the 2019-20 Australian bushfires has uncovered how they affect local meteorological and air quality.

Its findings could help understand the potential consequences of an increased rate and extension of bushfires, and especially regarding improving risk preparedness and coping strategies.