METHODS OF PREVENTION 



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and the northern Rockies when the humidity falls below cer- 

 tain levels. 



2. Weather prediction by the Weather Bureau, Forest Service, and 



other officials. Recent studies have pointed the way to mak- 

 ing accurate predictions regarding weather to assist in pre- 

 venting fires. 



3. The equipment of railroads with spark arresters, tanks on flat 



cars, pumps, and hose readily available for action in case 



FIG. 40. Burning fire lane between plowed furrows in second-growth longleaf 

 pine stand. Stapleton, Baldwin County, Alabama. The elimination of inflam- 

 mable grass, etc., in the lane prevents the spread of surface fires across it. 

 Burning of the lanes should be done when there is no wind and preferably in the 

 late afternoon or evening. 



fires are reported. The change from wood and coal to oil as 

 fuel has materially aided in lessening the danger of fires on 

 logging and sawmill operations. 



Five rules are commonly established for preventing fires. They are 

 generally displayed on roadsides, at hotels, gasoline stations, or in 

 literature. In many forested sections much progress has been made 

 in educating the public to observe these rules. 



1. Matches be sure they are out. Break in two parts before 

 throwing away. 



