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How to maintain a fire safely in windy conditions
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the primary danger when building a fire in windy conditions?
A) Difficulty lighting the fire
B) The fire burning too hot
C) Smoke blowing into your face
D) Embers spreading and starting wildfires
  • 2. Which of these is the best type of fire pit to use in windy conditions?
A) A large, wide fire pit
B) One with high walls or a lid
C) An open-air pit dug in the ground
D) A shallow fire ring
  • 3. What direction should you orient your fire pit in relation to the wind?
A) Perpendicular to the wind
B) It doesn't matter
C) Sheltered from the prevailing wind
D) Directly facing the wind
  • 4. What type of wood is LEAST suitable for a windy fire?
A) Wood that is slightly damp
B) Dry, lightweight wood that sparks easily
C) Dense, seasoned hardwood
D) Wood with a tight bark
  • 5. Why is it important to clear a large area around your fire pit?
A) To create a comfortable seating area
B) To provide more oxygen to the fire
C) To remove flammable material that embers could ignite
D) To allow for better ventilation of smoke
  • 6. What is the minimum safe distance to clear around a fire pit in windy conditions?
A) 5 feet
B) 3 feet
C) At least 10 feet in all directions
D) 1 foot
  • 7. What safety equipment is essential to have on hand when burning a fire in wind?
A) Just a first aid kit
B) A shovel and a water source (bucket of water or hose)
C) Only a shovel
D) Only a bucket of sand
  • 8. How should you extinguish a fire in windy conditions?
A) Let it burn down completely
B) Sprinkle it lightly with water
C) Thoroughly soak the embers with water and stir them with a shovel
D) Cover it with dirt
  • 9. What should you do with the ashes after the fire is completely out?
A) Leave them in the fire pit
B) Bury them in the ground
C) Dispose of them in a metal container away from flammable materials
D) Spread them around the area
  • 10. When is it safest to burn a fire in windy conditions?
A) Whenever you feel like it
B) During a rainstorm
C) Midday when the sun is hottest
D) Early morning or late evening when winds are usually calmer
  • 11. What does a 'Red Flag Warning' indicate?
A) A severe thunderstorm is approaching
B) A beach hazard warning
C) High fire danger due to dry conditions and high winds
D) A low pollen count day
  • 12. What is the best way to monitor a fire in windy conditions?
A) Use a remote camera
B) Rely on someone else to watch it
C) Never leave it unattended and constantly watch for flying embers
D) Check on it every hour
  • 13. If embers escape the fire pit, what should you do?
A) Immediately extinguish them with water or a shovel
B) Stomp on them
C) Hope they don't start a fire
D) Ignore them if they are small
  • 14. Why is it important to be aware of local fire restrictions?
A) Regulations may prohibit open fires during periods of high fire danger
B) They control the price of propane
C) They tell you where to buy firewood
D) They recommend the best types of fire pits
  • 15. Besides water, what else can you use to extinguish a fire?
A) Gasoline
B) Dirt or sand
C) Cooking oil
D) Leaves
  • 16. What is the potential consequence of ignoring fire safety regulations?
A) Nothing if nobody sees you
B) A warning from a park ranger
C) Free firewood
D) Fines, legal penalties, and causing a wildfire
  • 17. What wind speed is generally considered too high to safely have an open fire?
A) Above 50 mph
B) Below 5 mph
C) It doesn't matter
D) Above 15-20 mph
  • 18. What is the safest way to transport hot ashes?
A) In a metal container with a tight-fitting lid
B) On an open truck bed
C) In a cardboard box
D) In a plastic bag
  • 19. How does elevation affect fire safety in windy conditions?
A) Lower elevations are more dangerous
B) Higher elevations are always wetter
C) Elevation has no effect
D) Higher elevations tend to have stronger winds and drier conditions
  • 20. What clothing is most appropriate to wear when tending a fire?
A) Non-flammable clothing, like cotton or wool
B) Loose fitting clothing
C) Synthetic materials, like polyester
D) Anything that looks good
  • 21. What is the purpose of a spark arrester on a chimney or exhaust?
A) To increase the heat of the fire
B) To reduce smoke
C) To make the fire look prettier
D) To prevent embers from escaping into the air
  • 22. What type of fuel is generally considered the safest for outdoor fires?
A) Tires
B) Seasoned firewood
C) Kerosene
D) Gasoline
  • 23. Why is it important to have a responsible adult in charge of the fire?
A) To cook food
B) To keep children away
C) To tell stories around the fire
D) To ensure that safety precautions are followed
  • 24. What is the best way to determine if the wind is too strong for a fire?
A) Close your eyes and feel the wind
B) Observe the movement of trees and other objects
C) Use a weather app
D) Ask a stranger
  • 25. How can you minimize smoke from a fire?
A) Use dry, seasoned wood and avoid adding excessive fuel
B) Add green leaves to the fire
C) Burn trash
D) Use a lot of lighter fluid
  • 26. What is the primary concern when building a fire near trees?
A) The fire could spread to the tree branches and start a forest fire
B) The trees will block the wind
C) The trees will provide shade
D) The trees will provide free firewood
  • 27. What is the best way to inform others of a wildfire caused by negligence?
A) Try to put it out yourself, even if it's too big
B) Report it immediately to the authorities
C) Blame someone else
D) Ignore it and hope someone else reports it
  • 28. What is a 'burn ban'?
A) A punishment for starting a wildfire
B) A temporary prohibition on open fires due to hazardous conditions
C) A type of sunscreen
D) A government subsidy for firewood
  • 29. Which of the following is considered a violation of fire safety in windy conditions?
A) Using a metal fire pit
B) Burning seasoned firewood
C) Having a fire extinguisher nearby
D) Leaving a fire unattended
  • 30. What action should you take if you feel the wind is increasing and making the fire unsafe?
A) Add more wood to make it burn faster
B) Move the fire pit to a different location
C) Hope the wind dies down
D) Extinguish the fire immediately
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