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It is possible to stop a fire by starting another fire. We sometimes see this strategy employed in fighting wildland fires. The fire that is set is called a back fire, and the idea is to get this back fire to burn off fuel in a line in front of the oncoming wildfire.

By creating a line free of fuel (because the back fire burned it off), the wildfire might be stopped when it reaches this line. Firefighters will set up to make a stop only if conditions are right. Wind and weather, the types and quantity of fuel, and the terrain all must be considered by fire commanders before setting a back fire. This tactic is known to work, and it can work very well. But there are additional hazards associated with setting a back fire, and only the most experienced scene commanders can evaluate conditions and make a correct decision.

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