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How Do You Fight A Forest Fire?

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How Do You Fight A Forest Fire?

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Battling wildfires has got to be one of the toughest jobs in the world. Imagine being dropped from an airplane into the midst of a conflagration of biblical proportions, armed primarily with a shovel. It sounds more like a punishment than a career, but there are many people who are highly committed to it. You’ll never approach their skill level, but you can try. Take a course in forest fire control or fire science from an accredited university forestry program. You’ll find that there’s as much science involved as there is bravery and brawn. Meteorology, geography, engineering and management skills are all integral to forest fire control. Study the weather. Wind shifts will play a big part in fire-fighting strategy; an unfavorable shift may defeat all your efforts. See 390 Create an Evacuation Plan. Establish a defensive line. Without a large professional crew and airborne tankers, your only chance is to dig a firebreak. Look for a favorable spot, such as a road or a ridgetop. Eliminate

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