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BuildingsonFire: Row House Challenges, Part 2
BuildingsonFire: Row House Challenges, Part 2
In this episode, host Christopher Naum discusses how intricate dynamics of firefighting within row house structures are explored. He covers several lethal incidents from 2014 to 2023, which resulted in 11 line-of-duty firefighter deaths, emphasizing the unique challenges posed by these common yet complex building types. Naum presents a thorough analysis of building characteristics, risk management, operational tactics, and human performance, detailing how these factors influence firefighting efficacy and safety. Listen to gain valuable insights into the predictability of performance in these structures and the critical need for informed decision making during emergency operations.
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