Fire management in Kosciuszko National Park: Protecting unique alpine ecosystems |

The escalating threat of too frequent bushfires poses a significant risk to the ecosystems and wildlife of NSW, including the iconic Kosciuszko National Park. The uniqueness of this area is both a high-value environmental and cultural asset, and a challenge for fire management. Catastrophic bushfire events, exacerbated by climate change, have the potential to devastate these ecosystems and lead to the local extinction of certain species.
By using smart fire detection technology, helicopters, rapid aerial response firefighting teams, and strategic hazard reduction, the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have implemented an effective management strategy to safeguard this unique alpine environment. The NPWS Southern Ranges Branch has taken a collaborative approach and combined the expertise of fire management, aviation, and flora and fauna specialists to develop a comprehensive approach to protecting this precious national park now and for the future.
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