At the start of each experiment the group cuts a fire break along the perimeter of the area.

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Planes dropping water and retardant, along with six helicopters, were trying to create a perimeter and contain the fire.

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Prior to the plane's departure, U.S. Marine Humvees patrolled the airport perimeter, where the sniper fire had erupted Thursday.

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