fire control
[/ˈfaɪər kənˈtroʊl/]
noun
controle de fogo
1. Military systems and procedures for directing gunfire or missiles at targets
The ship's fire control system tracked the enemy aircraft.
O sistema de controle de fogo do navio rastreou a aeronave inimiga.
2. Measures and procedures to prevent, suppress, or manage fires in buildings or forests
Fire control regulations require regular inspections of emergency exits.
As regulamentações de controle de incêndio exigem inspeções regulares das saídas de emergência.
3. The coordination and management of firepower in combat situations
Effective fire control is essential for successful military operations.
O controle efetivo de fogo é essencial para operações militares bem-sucedidas.
In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries, 'controle de fogo' is primarily used in military, naval, and fire safety contexts. The term has critical importance in both defense and civilian emergency management sectors. In the USA, 'fire control' is deeply embedded in military doctrine and fire safety codes, while in Brazil it is increasingly common in both military training and urban fire prevention initiatives.
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