Which action is explicitly associated with steering the head of the fire to a desired point on fast-moving incidents?

• A. Bump and Run
• B. Fire Front Following
• C. Anchor and Hold
• D. Take Cover

Answer: (A)

Steering the head of a fast-moving fire toward a chosen point relies on a controlled, short-duration burn that nudges the flame front in that direction. This is the bump and run approach: you initiate a brief burnout along a prepared line to preheat fuels ahead and encourage the head to move along that path, then you retreat to a safe position as the main fire continues on the new course. It directly describes actively directing the leading edge to a target, rather than simply following it, holding a position, or taking cover. In rapidly changing situations, this technique gives you a way to influence fire movement and protect exposure by guiding the head toward a safer or more favorable area, provided all safety factors—wind, fuels, and terrain—are carefully considered.