And they do this how? By wishing and hoping the fire doesn’t spread? I am pretty certain that fire doesn’t really care whether you want it to spread or not. The best way to prevent the fire from spreading is to PUT IT OUT.
Any way you look at it, the fire department failed miserably.
That MAY be the best way Depends on several factors, including wind. By being there they can protect their subscribers. If they stay home, then they can’t do anything.
The best way to stop the spread of fire is sometimes controlled burn and not putting it out immediately. Depends on area of the fire etc.
I see you support the laggards and would provide them a free service that others paid for. For $75 you get fire protection for a year. Sounds like a bargain to me.