Notice that the original fire was 'contained' (old school parlance, a line around it, little active flame) instead of being mopped up and 'controlled' (a few hours effort). The crews left the scene that night to mop up the next day and were delayed in getting there. As they arrived, the fire had kicked up and was making a run.
THIS was the reason that OFD made changes to be more accepting of mutual aid; learned how to deal with wildland events (hadn't learned yet and even the structures burning were actually such an event); they started teaching and using the ICS system and most importantly, learned that sometimes they have to ASK FOR HELP.
Other issues such as incompatible fittings used by SFFD, narrow streets, limited hydrant supplies are STILL an issue today. Some agencies are completely unimpeded by progress. OFD got spanked and learned.
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