The Cemetery Fire, which started on October 8 in Modoc County, has burned 56.4 acres and is 80% contained after 23 hours of firefighting efforts.
Containment indicates what percentage of the fire's perimeter is controlled. In this case, 80% is halted from spreading, while 20% remains uncontrolled.
Containment does not mean a fire is fully extinguished; it simply signifies that firefighters have managed to surround a portion of the fire's perimeter.
The incident's command receives ongoing progress reports, allowing them to adjust containment percentages based on the success of the fireline being constructed.
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