Wildfire Risks and Key Safety Statistics

Wildfires are a threat to the travel industry in many ways.

In the first place, they can close roads and highways. If a road has been closed due to wildfires, it will be impossible for travelers to reach their destination by car.

Secondly, wildfires can damage or close hotels and other lodging facilities. If no hotel rooms are available, travelers will have no place to stay while they wait out the fire.

Finally, wildfire smoke can cause respiratory problems in people with asthma or other breathing issues. This means that tourists may have to cancel their trips because they cannot breathe well enough after exposure to smoke from nearby wildfires.