Aug 26, 2025 · Fire spreading, or ignited to spread, into (against) the wind or downslope. A fire spreading on level ground in the absence of wind is a backing fire.

A backing fire is a fire front that is spreading against the wind. Backing fires are characterized by short flame lengths, slow rates of spread and lower intensities compared to flank and head fires.

One type of fire utilized during a prescribed burn event is a backing fire. The backing fire technique is commonly used and has easier ignition than other fire types.

Dec 3, 2019 · Backing is a type of ignition pattern used on prescribed fire and wildfires. A backing fire is ignited along the control line and allowed to back into the wind or downhill.

A backing fire moves against the wind or downslope in the absence of wind. Backing fires have the least intense fire behavior. A flanking fire moves at right angles to the wind or dominant …

Fire management professionals must have a thorough understanding of fire behavior under varying conditions to utilize it effectively and safely. This process relies on three key types of …

Sep 10, 2019 · In a backing fire, the fire moves against the wind. Backing fires exhibit the slowest rate of speed and the lowest intensity. In the following video, information is given on managing …

Just as firefighters may intentionally set a backing fire to remove fuel from an advancing wildfire, we weaponize unorthodox sources and methods to protect what matters most to you.

We cover the differences between backing fires and head fires, when to use each type, and how topography, wind, and fuel loads impact fire behavior. Learn how to control intensity, protect …

Nov 13, 2020 · A backing fire is what we use to start most prescribed fires as it gives a result of a slow moving fire, one with short flame lengths that is easy to control compared to other firing …