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  1.  How can you help to prevent forest fires?

Do not park your car on dry grass

Store flammable liquid containers in a safe place.

 

  1. How many fires are caused by a careless smoker?

1 out of every 10 wildland fires

 

  1. What are some factors that explain how forest fires spread?

Dry, hot weather

Changing weather patterns across the US

 

  1. What is the difference between a good fire and a bad fire?

A good fire helps maintain the ecosystem.

A bad fire destroys wilderness, property, and lives.

 

5.      Describe two of the many different types of firefighters that are involved in putting out a forest fire.

Fire Managers assess the situation and come up a plan of action.

Handcrews try to clear the area of combustibles before a fire arrives in an area.