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What is the 10 am rule? Controversial firefighting strategy could be back
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· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This approach was initially implemented to control wildfires. A firefighting strategy is being reconsidered.
A firefighting strategy is being reconsidered. This approach was initially implemented to control wildfires. The goal was to prevent large disasters by quickly extinguishing fires. A major incident that prompted this strategy occurred along the Montana-Idaho border, causing significant damage and loss of life.
Further details about this strategy are available from the original source. The approach has been controversial and its effectiveness is being reevaluated.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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