Winds blow firebrands ahead of the active fire front allowing crown fires to spread easily across small lakes and rivers.

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This is a true statement. Crown fires are fires that burn through the tops of trees and can spread rapidly, especially when aided by wind-blown firebrands. Small bodies of water such as lakes and rivers may not provide a barrier to these types of fires, as the wind can carry burning embers across them.

Winds Blow Firebrands Ahead of the Active Fire Front Allowing