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A new tool for fire managers--an electronic duff moisture meter

Robichaud, P.R.; Bilskie, J. 2004. A new tool for fire managers--an electronic duff moisture meter. Fire Management Today. USDA Forest Service, Fire and Aviation Management. 64(2):15-18.

Keywords: DMM600, duff moisture meter

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Abstract: Prescribed fires are increasingly being used to reduce hazardous fuels, a major objective of the National Fire Plan. Despite advancing technology and ever-improving models, fire managers still find it challenging to determine the right time for a prescribed burn.

Moscow FSL publication no. 2004a