The Pioneer Fire, which ignited on May 4 in Tehama County, California, has burned 68 acres over three days before being completely contained by firefighting crews by May 7. The fire involved multiple firefighting resources, including engines, water tenders, and aerial support. While 100% containment means that the fire is enclosed by control lines and won't spread, it does not equate to being fully extinguished. The cause of the fire is still under investigation and highlights the ongoing challenges of wildfire management.
Containment is part of a larger plan for managing a wildfire. It is normally expressed as a percentage and indicates the level of control over the fire.
Fully contained means the wildfire has been enclosed by a control line. It may still burn within this perimeter but won't spread further.
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