CLEAN : Yosemite sequoias so far spared from Washburn Fire

The video discusses the significant efforts of firefighters and the history of fire management, including prescribed burning and hazard fuel reduction. It highlights the current status of fire containment at 17% and the dynamic nature of fire, emphasizing the importance of constant monitoring and planning for contingencies.

What strategies have been implemented by firefighters to improve the current situation?

• Increasing water supply

• Prescribed burning and hazard fuel reductions

• Hiring more firefighters

• Building more fire stations

What is the current containment percentage of the fire?

• 25%

• 50%

• 17%

• 10%

Why is continuous monitoring important in fire management?

• To increase public awareness

• To ensure firefighters are working

• To track the dynamic nature of fire

• To reduce costs

What is the purpose of having contingency plans in fire management?

• To increase public support

• To train new firefighters

• To respond to changes in fire behavior

• To save money

How do contingency plans help in managing fire situations?

• By predicting weather changes

• By ensuring preparedness for various scenarios

• By reducing the number of firefighters needed

• By increasing the speed of fire trucks