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Structure Fires
Studying structure fires is essential for improving public safety, protecting property, and reducing the loss of life in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. By examining how fires start, grow, and behave within built environments, researchers and fire professionals can develop safer building materials, more effective fire-suppression systems, and improved architectural designs that limit fire spread. This knowledge also strengthens fire codes, informs firefighter training, and enhances emergency response strategies. Ultimately, understanding structure fires helps communities create safer living and working spaces while minimizing the devastating impacts of fire incidents.