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Wildfire Reference Guide

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Fire Status Guide

Out

The fire has been completely extinguished — no burning, no smoldering.

What does "Out" mean?

A fire classified as Out is completely extinguished. There is no burning material remaining anywhere within the fire perimeter. All hot spots have been eliminated, and there is zero chance of re-ignition from this fire.

Key Characteristics

🏁 Fully Extinguished

No heat, flame, or smoke is present. The fire has been declared completely out by the incident commander.

📋 Final Assessment

A final fire report is compiled documenting the fire's total area, cause, response timeline, and lessons learned.

🌱 Recovery Begins

Natural regeneration or assisted reforestation begins. Some ecosystems are fire-adapted and begin recovery within weeks.

📊 Historical Record

The fire is archived in BC's wildfire database for future reference, research, and fire management planning.

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What "Out" Means on the Map

A fire classified as "Out" has been fully extinguished — no smoke, no smoldering, and no chance of re-ignition within the perimeter.

An "Out" classification requires a final patrol of the perimeter, often 24–72 hours after the last smoke is observed. Crews check for hotspots with thermal imaging before signing off. Historical "Out" fires remain in our database as reference points — the Fire Records page shows season totals and recovery zones.

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