How do model elements relate to the law that requires Fire Hazard Severity Zones to be designated?
The Public Resources Code Section 4202 calls for zones to embrace relatively homogenous lands and shall be based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, and other relevant factors present. The zone model considers these elements by zoning homogenous vegetation and slopes and considers fire behavior within these zones. Fire behavior is based on fuel type, slope, and severe fire weather.