What type of wild land attack requires only one team of firefighters?

A flanking attack is a strategy used in wildland fire suppression that involves one team of firefighters working horizontally along the fire’s edge. This method allows firefighters to effectively suppress the fire while minimizing exposure and maximizing control over the spread. With a single team, the firefighters can focus their efforts on a specific section of the fire, using resources efficiently to create a firebreak or control the burn.

In contrast, other methods like the pouch attack or pinch attack typically require more than one team to effectively control larger or more complex fire situations. A backfiring operation, while very useful in certain scenarios, also involves additional considerations and coordination that usually exceeds the capabilities of a single team. Thus, the flanking attack is specifically designed for streamlined operations with one team, allowing for concentrated efforts on fire containment.