How We Fight Wildfires

What is the approximate maximum temperature a wildfire can reach?

• 860°F

• 1000°F

• 2000°F

• 4000°F

What substances are dropped by air tankers and helicopters to combat wildfires?

• Water and sand

• Water and phosphate fertilizer

• Foam and fire retardant

• Water and nitrogen

What is the primary goal of ground crews like "Hot Shots" when fighting a wildfire?

• To extinguish the entire fire immediately

• To create a fireline free of flammable materials

• To start backfires to redirect the main fire

• To rescue animals from the fire's path

Which type of crew is typically called in as reinforcement to help hold firelines and put out spot fires, often consisting of college students, National Guard, or prison inmates?

• Hot Shots (Type I)

• Smoke Jumpers

• Helitack Crews

• Type II Crews