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In attacking with fire, one should be prepared to meet five possible developments:
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(1) When fire breaks out inside to enemy's camp, respond at once with an attack from without.
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(2) If there is an outbreak of fire, but the enemy's soldiers remain quiet, bide your time and do not attack.
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(3) When the force of the flames has reached its height, follow it up with an attack, if that is practicable; if not, stay where you are.
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(4) If it is possible to make an assault with fire from without, do not wait for it to break out within, but deliver your attack at a favorable moment.
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(5) When you start a fire, be to windward of it. Do not attack from the leeward.