Observations and Predictability of Gap Winds in the Salmon River Canyon of Central Idaho, USA

This work investigates gap winds in a steep, deep river canyon prone to wildland fire. The driving mechanisms and the potential for forecasting the gap winds are investigated. The onset and strength of the gap winds are found to be correlated to the formation of an along-gap pressure gradient linked...

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Main Authors: Natalie S. Wagenbrenner, Jason M. Forthofer, Chris Gibson, Abby Indreland, Brian K. Lamb, Bret W. Butler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-01-01
Series:Atmosphere
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2073-4433/9/2/45