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Even after the main blaze was subdued, hazards persisted. The homeowner recounts a near-miss with a large dead tree engulfed in flames, which fell dangerously close while they tried to douse it with water. Their military firefighting training undoubtedly helped them navigate these dangerous moments, but the incident underscored that fire safety requires constant vigilance. Subsequent efforts included deploying small water tankers to continuously sprinkle water around the property, a tactic that proved essential given the high winds and dry conditions.