What is cured grass?

Cured grass refers to grass that has dried out, making it very flammable. This condition often occurs during dry seasons or prolonged periods without moisture, where the moisture content in the grass is significantly reduced, thus increasing its susceptibility to ignition. Firefighters and investigators must be aware of the presence of cured grass, especially in terms of wildfire management and prediction, as it can act as fuel that readily ignites and spreads fire. Understanding the flammability of cured grass is critical in assessing fire risks in certain areas, particularly in rural or natural environments. The other options do not accurately describe cured grass; for instance, moist grass is less likely to ignite and growing grass involves active moisture, while chemically treated grass or grass for erosion control does not inherently relate to the natural drying process that defines cured grass.