ignition
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"An external source of ignition or extreme weather does not necessarily absolve a company of civil liability," said Hawari.
From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026
Although those losses increase the difficulty of reaching ignition, they also provide a balancing influence that could allow a burning plasma to maintain a stable operating state without constant adjustments.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026
In Colorado, Xcel disputes its equipment was involved in the ignition of the deadly 2021 Marshall Fire in Boulder County but settled litigation for $640 million, without admitting fault.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
But he is looking at the wrong ignition source.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
He adjusted the choke and pushed the ignition switch again.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
A non-combustible perimeter using materials like gravel, free of plants, wooden decks and furniture, to stop windblown ember ignitions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026
A non-combustible perimeter using materials like gravel or hardscaping—free of plants, wooden decks and wooden outdoor furniture—to stop windblown ember ignitions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026
But so many back-to-back ignitions are jeopardizing the ecosystem’s long-term viability — and making it even more fire-prone as invasive plants squeeze out native species.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
Projects have included blocking irrigation canals to help restore wetlands, strengthening firefighting capabilities, and stepping up efforts to prevent accidental human ignitions.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 6, 2026
The other two sets were still in the ignitions, but the first two were missing.
From This Side of Wild by Gary Paulsen
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