Abstract
A numerical index that estimates the atmosphere's capacity to disperse smoke from prescribed burning is described. The physical assumptions and mathematical development of the index are given in detail. A preliminary interpretation of dispersion index values is offered. A FORTRAN subroutine package for computing the index is included.
Keywords
smoke management,
air pollution potential,
ventilation factor,
Gaussian dispersion,
mesoscale air quality,
atmospheric stability classes,
area pollution sources
Citation
Lavdas, Leonidas G. 1986. An atmospheric dispersion index for prescribed burning. Res. Pap. SE-256. Asheville, NC: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southeastern Forest Experiment Station. 33p.