States and cities are debating building code changes—like single-stair apartments and relaxed electrical/fire rules—to reduce ...

The city of Los Angeles repeatedly approved development in fire-prone areas in violation of state standards for safe evacuation and firefighter access, a lawsuit alleges. The city has a long history ...

There is a widespread lack of awareness among owners and disregard among administrative agencies when it comes to enforcing emergency-response measures and conducting regular safety audits.

States and cities across the U.S. are increasingly loosening building and fire code requirements in an effort to reduce ...

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of Manhattan, on Saturday, March 25, 1911, was one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history. The fire resulted in the deaths of ...

With continuous global population growth, the construction of high-rise buildings has become increasingly prevalent, particularly in major cities with limited land resources 1. While high-rise ...

TUPELO — Ahead of updating the city’s guiding documents and plans, Tupelo officials have agreed to revise its fire prevention and protection rules alongside its building regulations. The Tupelo City ...