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Posted by Broomstacker on April 07, 2006 at 20:12:41 from (68.42.60.239):
In Reply to: Controlled burn equipment posted by NEsota on April 07, 2006 at 18:36:39:
Dave is right. 10gpm is no fire fighter. Fire is fought primarily with volume, not pressure. You are removing the heat and blocking the oxygen. Volume is what does it. You also didn't mention what your water source is. Pond? Tank? How many gallons can you access, anywhere the fire might be? What if the wind comes up unexpectedly? ...or switches directions? Why not talk with your local firemen? They may offer some suggestions on backburning. Heck, they may even offer to come out and help! No one likes to be called out to fight an out of control grass fire. Takes a lot less energy to plan one right and keep it where it belongs! Good luck!
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