Helicopter Fire-fighting (Merged threads)

[Gordy]

Could not resist-----the standard 10 Fire Orders by the USFS re-written by a bored Helitack crew.....

1. Fight fire halfheartedly but wait a day or two first.
2. Initiate all actions based on current and expected political climate.
3. Reassure the community that everything is under control.
4. Evacuate the community.
5. Obfuscate the indecision which lead to the fire becoming unmanageable.
6. Remain blissfully unaware of weather and local factors influencing fire behavior.
7. Develop tactics that will never be implemented.
8. Ensure that blame is properly placed.
9. Retain resources for longer than needed.
10. Stay alert for good hotels, keep calm about the third frequency changes of the week, think clearly about where to eat dinner, & act decisively (if anyone is watching).