Just as smoke is the inevitable precursor to fire, many life crises provide early, subtle 'smoke' signals. To see the signal but fail to prepare the 'water' or the 'escape' is a form of self-betrayal. It teaches that intuition is a tool for survival, but only if it is backed by concrete, physical preparation. Seeing is not enough; one must also move.
The eye that sees the smoke must prepare for the fire. Intuition must be followed by practical preparation. Do not ignore the early signs; the warning is the invitation to save yourself.