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After September 11, 2001, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) took important steps to enhance safety in tall buildings for occupants and first responders. Their recommendations, drawn from an investigation of the World Trade Center events, are crucial for public officials and building owners, especially for iconic and high-risk structures.
NIST identified eight key recommendations:
1. Boost Structural Integrity
2. Develop Fire-Resistant Designs
3. Enhance Active Fire Protection
4. Create Effective Evacuation Strategies ─ BTRC’s Fire Rescue Total solutions
5. Improve Emergency Response Protocols
6. Refine Procedures and Practices
7. Focus on Education and Training
These measures aim to create a safer environment in high-risk buildings for everyone.
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On the night of Saturday, June 14, a fire broke out in the 67-story Marina Pinnacle, or Tiger Tower, in the Dubai Marina district. Fortunately, all 3,820 residents from the 764 apartments were safely evacuated with no reported injuries.
This is not the first incident; a similar fire occurred on May 25, 2015, due to a kitchen issue. This highlights the need to update international fire safety regulations for high-rise buildings, especially regarding fire escape equipment and suppression methods.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4p35b9O5qYc&t=9s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6yoiiQQflA&t=1s
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According to the city's security chief, a fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court development in Tai Po, Hong Kong, on Wednesday afternoon. This complex consists of eight 32-story towers.
The fire spread rapidly and has sadly led to at least 128 fatalities and 79 injuries, including 12 firefighters. Approximately 150 people are still unaccounted for within the burned building, and many others have been taken to hospitals for treatment.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwdjiH-5vR0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=c3_TNFF-YB4