In many survival situations, the ability to start a fire can make the difference between living and dying. Fire can fulfill many needs. It can provide warmth and comfort. It not only cooks and preserves food, it also provides warmth in the form of heated food that saves calories our body normally uses to produce body heat. You can use fire to purify water, sterilize bandages, signal for rescue and provide protection from animals. It can be a psychological boost by providing peace of mind and companionship. You can also use fire to produce tools and weapons.
Fire can cause problems, as well. The enemy can detect the smoke and light it produces. It can cause forest fires or destroy essential equipment. Fire can also cause burns and carbon monoxide poisoning when used in shelters.
Remember, weigh your need for fire against your need to avoid enemy detection.
译文:
求生的特殊技能 -- 生火
在许多面临生死的紧要关头中，生火的能力是决定生死的一大因素。火可以满足许多需求。它可以提供温暖与舒适，还可用于烹调与保存食物，我们的身体也可以藉由食物加热所提供的热能，保留平时为维持体热所耗费的卡路里。您可以利用火进行水净化、消毒绷带、发送求救信号和防止遭受动物的侵害。 藉由火所带来的心灵平静与陪伴，可以进而振奋精神。 您也可利用火来制作工具及武器。
火也会招致问题发生。敌人可侦测到火所产生的烟雾与亮光。火会导致森林大火或摧毁必要装备。在庇护所内使用时，也会造成烧伤和一氧化碳中毒。
记住，请事先衡量您对火的需求与避免敌人发现之间的轻重缓急。