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Interactive zone | Technical glossary

Technical glossary

This technical glossary defines several words and expressions used in forest fire protection and management. The definitions are from the Glossary of Forest Fire Management Terms published in 2003 by the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre in Winnipeg.

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One Strike Concept – A fire bombing operation involving fast initial action and the delivery of enough long-term retardant to achieve the initial attack objective in one trip. Note Litres of Water per Hour Concept.

Overwintering Fire – A fire that persists throughout winter months to the opening of a fire season.