Fire set outside the perimeter of the main fire by flying sparks or embers. A spot fire can be just a few feet to several miles in front of the main fire depending on weather and fuel conditions.

Fire started outside the main fire area by flying sparks or embers.

Fire ignited outside the perimeter of the main fire. Often spot fires start by flying firebrands.

A fire ignited outside the perimeter of the main fire by flying sparks or embers.

A smaller fire that has started from sparks and brands thrown in the air by the main fire.

Fire ignited outside the perimeter of the main fire by a Fire Brand.

A fire ignited by firebrands that are carried outside the main fire perimeter by air currents, gravity, and/or fire whirls. Synonym - Jump Fire. Note Fire Behaviour. A very small fire that requires little time or effort to extinguish.