Sample Burn Plan
Sample Burn Plan thompsbbPrescribed Burn Management Plan
Location: West side of Apple Ave. between 120th St. and 130th St.
Prescribed burn parameter for this location
Temperature: 40–70 F
Wind direction(s): East or southeast
Wind speed: < 15 miles per hour
Relative humidity (%): > 30%
Personnel requirements: 1 crew boss, 1 additional
Equipment requirements: 1 pump truck (300 gallons), hand tools, 1 backpack sprayer
Potential hazards:
- Wood utility poles (x6)
- Phone box 20 yds. north of farm drive
- Corn stubble in adjacent field (tilled)
- Stop sign
- Plastic culvert under farm drive
Prepared fire breaks required
Description:
- Wet line near intersection of Apple Ave. and 120th St.
- Wet lines around potential hazards
Potential anchor points: Northwest or southwest corners
Special concerns:
- Heavy traffic on Apple Ave. after 3 p.m.
- Acreages/farms located to the west and northwest
Notes:
Smooth brome abundant on the north end – early spring burn desired
Emergency phone:
Local fire district:
Conservation Board Office
Prairie City Fire Department
555-111-5678
555-111-8765