controlled burn
"Controlled burns" are deliberate fires used by experts to manage land, reduce wildfire risks, and promote ecological health.
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Definition
B2Forestry and Land Management
(technical)A fire intentionally ignited and managed under specific conditions to reduce hazardous fuels and maintain ecosystem health.
Example
- Foresters conducted a controlled burn to clear the underbrush and prevent future wildfires.
- The controlled burn helped restore the prairie by eliminating invasive species.
B2Agriculture
(technical)A planned fire used to clear land, remove crop residues, and manage pests.
Example
- Farmers use controlled burns to prepare fields for the next planting season.
- A controlled burn was performed to reduce pest populations in the crop fields.
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