is
a major program element of Fire &
Aviation Management. The program includes the combination of Wildland
Fire Use opportunities and Prescribed Fire (Rx Fire) applications
to meet natural resource objectives.
is the management of naturally ignited wildland fires to accomplish
specific prestated resource management objectives in predefined
geographic areas outlined in Fire Management Plans.
are any fires ignited by management actions to meet specific objectives.
A written, line officer approved prescribed burn plan must exist,
and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements must be
satisfied, prior to prescribed fire ignition.
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