Florida fire photos

Bill GabbertDecember 17, 2010August 25, 2019Uncategorized

The Florida Division of Forestry has posted some photos that were taken at the Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire on December 16. It was described as “20-25 acres, 14 homes saved plus 12 barns & sheds”. Here are a few examples of their photos – the rest are HERE. The captions were written by the Division of Forestry.

Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire, Florida Div of Forestry — A spot fire - fire brands (leaves on fire carried by wind) are now in front yard of home. crews trying to extinguishing it.

Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire, Florida Div of Forestry — Forestry helicopter despensing load of water on fire. Ground crews - dozers and engines trying to save the barn & wooden fence

Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire, Florida Div of Forestry — Forestry engine stage to stop fire from coming into front yard of home.

Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire, Florida Div of Forestry — dozer plowing fire to save home

Indian Hammock, Fort Drum wildfire, Florida Div of Forestry — 2 dozers trying to save another wood frame home. This home is on stilts. This community is Firewise -in thier homeowner bylaws they have mandated 30 foot defensible space. That is why there were no homes lost. Also - low winds was a contributing factor

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After working full time in wildland fire for 33 years, he continues to learn, and strives to be a Student of Fire. View all posts by Bill Gabbert