Quick Definition
The Australian Fire Danger Rating System — a national framework that forecasts daily bushfire danger using fuel type, weather and dryness.
Key Takeaways
AFDRS is a key concept in weather and meteorology
Falls under the Fire Weather category of weather terms
Understanding this term helps interpret weather forecasts accurately
Detailed Explanation
<p>The Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) replaced the older Forest Fire Danger Index based system in September 2022. It produces a daily forecast Fire Danger Rating for every fire-weather district in Australia using fuel-specific science, drought factor and seven-day weather guidance from the Bureau of Meteorology. Ratings are: No Rating, Moderate, High, Extreme and Catastrophic.</p>
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