Tag: defensible space
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How to Fireproof a City: Practical Strategies for Urban Resilience
Introduction: Why fireproofing a city matters When flames threaten urban neighborhoods, the difference between tragedy and resilience often comes down to planning, design, and small but effective changes. Recent demonstrations show how two nearly identical homes can fare very differently with thoughtful fireproofing. Extending that logic to a city-wide scale requires a holistic approach that…
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How to Fireproof a City: Embedding Resilience in Urban Fire Safety
Introduction: The Challenge of Fire in Modern Cities As urban areas expand and climate risks grow, cities face increasingly complex fire threats—from wildfires on the perimeters to high-rise fires in dense neighborhoods. The idea of “fireproofing a city” isn’t about making every building flameproof, but about reducing exposure, improving rapid response, and building resilience into…