Analysis of Wildfires Using GIS Technologies (Case Study of Volyn Region, Ukraine)

Abstract

The paper proposed a GIS-based study, which allow analysis of the impact of wildfires using multispectral satellite images. A wildfire that occurred between 30 April and 3 May 2025 north of the village Birky, Kamin-Kashirsky district Volyn region (northwestern Ukraine), formed the basis of the study. Using channels in the near-infrared (NIR) and short-wave infrared (SWIR) ranges was found to be the most promising approach for promptly detecting wildfires and determining their long-term consequences. To interpret the study results, consequences and intensity of the wildfire were assessed using the US Geological Survey scale and a normalized burning coefficient. Creating forest fire intensity maps is key todeveloping vegetation restoration plans after fires and assessing the potential future impact on burnt areas.