The Oak Fire in Santa Barbara County began on January 1 and burned 42 acres before being fully contained by January 2, although the cause remains under investigation.
Containment means surrounding a wildfire's perimeter with control lines. It indicates a level of control but does not necessarily correlate with safety; the fire may still burn within.
Full containment, while often misunderstood, doesn't imply the fire is extinguished. It reflects that the wildfire's spread is halted, though controlling it is the next crucial step.
The containment percentage is updated through reports from ground firefighters, indicating progress in surrounding the fire perimeter, which is essential for public awareness and safety.
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