Every year, forest wildfires impact communities in Canada, and the need to mitigate their effects only grows. Wildfires are part of a balanced ecosystem; they are caused by dry fuel, such as twigs and leaves. Hot, dry, and windy weather conditions can further cause drought, which may also contribute to wildfires. Up to 18 million hectares of area were burned through over 12,000 wildfires in Canada. While the threat of wildfires only grows with climate change, it is important to note that fire occurs naturally in any forest or grassland.