Round 9: Tossup 13

Black kites have been observed using these events to help them catch prey. A tool known as a pulaski may be used by people combating these events. These events, (15[1])which may move above the ground in “crowning,” can be combatted with control lines. Areas in the wildland urban (15[1])interface are at greater risk from these events, which red flag warnings indicate an increased risk of. (-5[1])(*) Trees like sequoias and eucalyptus release seeds after being impacted by these events. (10[2])These events, which spread rapidly from (10[1])high winds and dry conditions, often lower air quality due to airborne ash. For 10 points, lightning strikes in dry areas can ignite what natural disasters? ■END■

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