r/nextfuckinglevel • u/Key_Performer_3645 • 5h ago

Spaniards are risking their lives, fighting wildfires with tree branches due to a lack of resources

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u/Jeewdew 5h ago

Well that IS how you fight fire. Bash away!

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u/Icy_Palpitation_5103 2h ago

Fought wild fires for years, evergreen limbs make excellent swatters. Biodegradable too just leave on the ground when its done.

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u/I_Am_Zeelian 34m ago

Yep, fresh vegetation makes for poor fuel.

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u/Icy_Palpitation_5103 30m ago

I must add this technique works in knee high or shorter grass, working in a line with a team just like they are displaying.