Introduction: The Tale of Three Fire Departments Imagine three different fire departments in three different cities, each with a completely different approach to handling fires. The first department, let's call it "Reactive City," waits for fires to break out and then rushes to put them out with all their might. The second department, "Proactive Town," focuses heavily on fire prevention, conducting regular inspections, installing smoke detectors, and educating citizens about fire safety. The third department, "Predictive Metro," uses advanced AI systems, sensors throughout the city, and predictive analytics to anticipate where fires might occur before they even start, positioning resources strategically and preventing fires from happening in the first place. Now, which fire department would you want protecting your home? Most people would choose Predictive Metro, followed by Proactive Town, with Reactive City being the least desirable option. Yet, surp...