Types of Natural Cover Fires

Flashcards covering key concepts related to types and characteristics of natural cover fires.

Ground Fire

Fires that burn undergrowth at ground level or surface.

Surface Fires

Types of fires that burn the surface layer including grass, weeds, brush, and shrubs.

Crown Fires

Fires that burn the tops of trees and high brush.

Spot Fires

Fires started in advance of the heads or bits of embers that can start new fires.

Fire Head

The point where the fire line is progressing.

Fire Flanks

The fire line area between the tail and head of the fire, usually burning slower.

Fire Perimeter

The outer boundary of a fire, marking the area affected by the fire.