Could a Dome and Sand Have Stopped Bush Fires?

Thread starter simon
Start date Oct 26, 2003

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The discussion centers around the challenges of extinguishing a brush fire, emphasizing that the heat from the fire can evaporate water before it effectively puts out the flames. Suggestions include using a large cone or dome to cover the fire and the application of sand as potential methods for suppression. The conversation reflects on creative but untested ideas for fire control.

Oct 26, 2003

simon

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Last edited: Oct 27, 2003

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Oct 26, 2003

Zero

The heat of a good brush fire will evaporate the water long before it could quench the flames...good idea, though!

Oct 26, 2003

renedox

When I was young *cough* *cough* I had these ideas:

1, A large cone/dome to cover the fire
2, lots and lots of sand

lol oh well, can't say I tried :P

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