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Keech Byram Drought Index (KBDI)
Commonly-used drought index adapted for fire management applications, with a numerical range from 0 (no moisture deficiency) to 800 (maximum drought).

Knock Down
To reduce the flame or heat on the more vigorously burning parts of a fire edge.

Smoke and fire in a stand of trees.

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