Understanding Wildfire Terminology: A Glossary for California’s Fire Season
Understanding Wildfire Terminology: A Glossary for California’s Fire Season As California grapples with its annual wildfire season, understanding key terminology is crucial for public safety and awareness. Wildfires are often measured by the number of acres burned, providing a clear picture of their footprint and spread. For context, one acre is roughly equivalent to an American football field, while a ‘megafire’ is officially defined as a blaze consuming over 100,000 acres. Firefighter progress is indicated by the ‘containment level,’ which…