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Definition of Wild Fire Containment

Fire Rescue helicopterSedona AZ (May 28, 2014) – We hear it all the time when talking wildfires. “The Slide Fire 35% contained,” or “the Brins Fire is now 100% contained,” etc. But what does that mean? How is it measured? First, you have to understand fire control lines, which is “an inclusive term for all constructed or natural barriers and treated fire edges used... 
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