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What is the 10 a.m. rule? Controversial firefighting strategy could be back.
The article discusses the '10 a.m. rule,' a controversial firefighting strategy. While quickly suppressing fires was once considered vital for preventing major disasters, critics argue this approach may actually be counterproductive.
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