LZ YELLOW - Outcome

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CL-415 Water Bomber 330 Shorts Sherpa Smokejumper Gear Radio & Navigation Equipment Kangaroo Island Ferry Western KI Caravan Park Primary Containment Line (1) Primary Containment Line (2) Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Cleared Lands Western Firebreak Southern Firebreak Hanson Bay Beach Evacuation Route S Coast Road (CLOSED) Fire Origin (NORTH of Cape de Couedic) Spot Fire (NORTH of Sanctuary) Spot Fire (SOUTH on Hanson Bay Beach Evac Route) NORTH (Orientation of Map) Team Mission

Choosing LZ YELLOW is a poor decision, exposing the team to significant risks with limited strategic benefits. While the location allows for immediate fire suppression efforts, the proximity to spot fires and worsening smoke conditions significantly increases hazards to team safety. This choice prioritizes containment at the expense of flexibility and civilian support, leaving critical areas vulnerable.

As the aircraft approaches the drop zone, the captain’s voice crackles over the intercom:
‘Attention, team. Gusts are now exceeding 90 klicks, with sudden wind shear detected. Smoke layers are shifting unpredictably—brace for challenging descent conditions.’

The first half of the team exits into the swirling haze, their parachutes vanishing almost instantly. But as the remaining jumpers prepare to deploy, a massive spike in turbulence forces the pilot to delay their exit. When they finally leap, the conditions are even worse—thick smoke and erratic winds make navigation a nightmare, scattering personnel across unfamiliar terrain.

Team Instructions

Under the guidance of your facilitator, half the team will move as Sub-Team 1 and the other half as Sub-Team 2 for the next stage.

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