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Drought Index Map

The District Readiness Plans Map was last updated on 05/14/08. Courtesy of the North Carolina Division of Forest Resources.

RP1 :: No Appreciable Fire Activity
There is little or no chance of fire occurring
RP2 :: Occasional Fire Activity
Fire Suppression is within the county capability
RP3 :: Moderate Fire Season Activity
Fire suppression is usually within the county capability but district support is available if needed. The district Ops room is manned.
RP4 :: Normal Fire Season Activity
The need for district support is probable. Fire suppression is within district capability. Air support is available at the discretion of the Regional Forester. The regional Ops room is manned.
RP5 :: Severe Fire Conditions
Fire suppression is within the district capability. Full regional air support is available. C.O. Operations Room is manned.
RP6 :: Critical Fire Conditions
Need for regional fire support is probable. Effective control of all fire is within regional capability. Project Fire Team is on alert. Emergency Management (EOC) is notified.
RP7 :: Extreme Fire Conditions
It is probable that assistance from outside the region may be needed to effectively control fires. 1 or more Project Fire Teams are alerted.
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