When firefighters say that a fire is contained, it does not mean that the fire is out. It means that the fire is unlikely to spread further. There are different levels of containment for firefighters to understand. There Is Still a Chance the Fire can Spread While the fire is contained, it is still burning. There’s a chance that a spot fire can escape or that an ember can move into an unburned area. Fires can reburn if there is any element of fuel left unburned from the first time. Firefighters aren’t going to let you back into the area until they know that all embers are out. Containment just makes it easier for them to handle. Partial vs. Fully
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Wildfires start and advance so quickly that a lot of people can find themselves caught outside. The first thing to do is to look for any sort of shelter, but most of the time there isn’t one. How can you survive when the fire surrounds you? Call 911 If You Spot Smoke You need to call in any signs of smoke or fire in your area. You know how easily wildfires start, and you want to do your part to prevent a small fire from turning into something much bigger. Now you can start looking for an escape route. Consider the terrain and wind conditions to determine the best way from the fire. You may want to get back to