When you head out into the wilderness for a relaxing vacation in your RV, the last thing you want is a fire accident spoiling your fun. Chances are you will make a fire at some point during your trip, and there are a few key tips you should always remember in order to protect yourself and the wilderness around you.Fire safety is one of the most important priorities for any outdoor adventure, but when you’re sleeping in an RV filled with flammable fuel, it is even more crucial that you take every precaution. The use of fires should be kept to a minimum and only used for necessary cooking and warmth. When you do make a fire, you should always use a fire pit or fire ring so that it is contained in some way. Most campsites will already have a place for making a fire, but if not, you can make your own. Dig a hole that is a good distance from your RV, look for large stones and make a circle around the pit, and remove any easily flammable objects such as twigs and grass. When building your fire, never make it larger than necessary. In case of the fire spreading, it is a good idea to dig up some loose dirt to keep near the fire that can be easily thrown on spreading flames. Don’t put your unused wood downwind of the fire so that if it spreads, this wood won’t be caught on fire as well. Never leave your fire unattended at anytime, even if it is a small one. When you are ready to extinguish your fire, completely douse it until all the embers are out and you can no longer hear a hissing noise. If there is not enough water to do this, you can use dirt and mix it up with the embers, but do not simply bury the flames because they can still burn underneath the soil and reignite, starting a wildfire.

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