Forest
Wildfires are fires that burn out of control in a natural area, like a forest, grassland, or prairie. They often begin unnoticed. They spread quickly, and can damage natural resources, destroy homes, and threaten the safety of the public and firefighters.
Humans cause most wildfires. It can be an accident, like when people don't take care of their campfire properly, burn debris, or are careless when getting rid of their cigarettes. It can also be on purpose, which is called arson. Lightning and lava also can also causes wildfires. Wildfires are more common when conditions are dry. High winds can make them spread more quickly.
Although there are no guarantees of safety if you live in an area threatened by a wildfire, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a disaster plan. Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety, and losses. If you do experience a disaster, it is normal to feel stressed. You may need help in finding ways to cope.
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Felter's Materia Medica on Forest
The bark and prepared resinous exudate of Tsuga canadensis, Carriére (Abies canadensis,... / ... Pinus canadensis, Linné). (Nat. Ord. Coniferae.) A well known and handsome evergreen, tree of the forests of Northern United States and Canada. Common Names: Hemlock, Hemlock Spruce. Principal Const... / ...be used where there is excessive secretion of mucus and the cough is largely precipitated by a feeble and relaxed state of the uvula and fauces. 1
The rhizome and rootlets of Actaea alba, Bigelow (Nat. Ord.... / ...eae). A perennial of the United States east of the Mississippi, abounding in the rich mold of rocky forests and hillsides. Dose, 1 to 20 grains. Common Names: White Cohosh, White Baneberry, White Bead... / ...arising from derangement of the reproductive organs. Like cimicifuga it is useful in atonic indigestion of the nervous dyspepsia type. 1
The fungus Amanita muscaria,... / ...n; (Agaricus muscarius, Linné.) (Nat. Ord. Fungi.) An extremely poisonous fungus found in the pine forests of Europe. Common Name: Fly Agaric. Principal Constituents.Muscarine, a deadly alkaloid, a... / ...by Eclectic practitioners. Muscarine is used in atropine and belladonna poisoning, sometimes being employed in place of eserine (physostigmine). 1
... dried bark of Fraxinus sambucifolia, Lamarck, and Fraxinus americana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae.) Forest trees of northern United States and Canada. Dose, 10 to 60 grains. Common Names: 1. Black As... / ...as has been claimed, is extremely doubtful and lacks sufficient proof to be given credence. Its relative, the White Ash, is said to be cathartic.1
...he bark of the root of Juglans cinerea, Linné, collected in the autumn (Nat. Ord. juglandaceae). A forest tree of North America. Common Names: Butternut, White Walnut. Principal Constituents.A fixe...1
The whole plant of Mitchella repens, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rubiaceae). Dry woods, hemlock forests, and damp places in the United States. Dose, 5 to 60... / The whole plant of Mitchella repens, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rubiaceae). Dry woods, hemlock forests, and damp places in the United States. Dose, 5 to 60 grains. Common Names: Partridgeberry, S... / ...have previously occurred. As a female regulator it has also had many devoted advocates. The Mother's Cordial is a popular and more rational preparation.1
The... / ...ves and branches of Viscum flavescens, Pursh (Nat. Ord. Loranthaceae). A parasitic plant found upon forest trees, especially the oaks in America. Common Names: Mistletoe, American Mistletoe. Principal... / ...for these purposes. It should be reserved for the conditions mentioned under Specific Indications, and even in these it needs further study.1