Forest fires and their consequences in the central ecological zone of the Baikal natural territory

Fires in the forests of the central ecological zone are the main disaster, which disturb forests’ ecosystems and reduce the environmental impact of forests. Through statistical analysis the author identified as follows: forest fire situation (square, frequency, and timber loss) for the period from 2011 to 2015. Moreover, the research includes the information about the dynamic patterns and main causes of fire.