Glossary of Terms

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Uncontrolled Fire:
Any fire which threatens life, property, or natural resources.

Underburn:
A fire that consumes surface fuels but not trees or shrubs.

Location: http://www.forestsandrangelands.gov/resources/glossary/u.shtml
Last modified: Thursday June 14 2007