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Mark M: I would have thought that heading for a large body of water would provide safety, but apparently not for these firefighters.


I think most people only think of the actual fire, which may be why they wait too long to leave. But when burning embers are blowing ahead of the fire, it's a different problem to deal with.

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One of the things that a well managed crew on a fireline is well aware of is their escape route(s).


EVERYONE hiking should know their escape routes. It isn't enough to just know where you are and your destination. Conditions change.

Sue