Property Owners’ Responsibilities: Preventing Fires through Diligence and Care
Fire hazards pose significant risks to both property and human life, making fire safety a paramount concern for property owners. Ensuring the safety of tenants, employees, and visitors requires diligent attention to potential fire risks and adherence to fire safety regulations. Property owners hold a crucial responsibility in implementing and maintaining preventive measures, such as Read More »
Building Safely: Avoiding Fire Risks Through Better Construction Practices
Fires on construction job sites can cause significant property damage, personal injury, and even death. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), local fire departments have responded to an estimated average of 4,440 fires in buildings under construction annually over the past several years. Most fires involved residential structures (apartments, condominiums) under construction (76%). Read More »
FDNY Files Criminal Charges Against Brooklyn E-Bike Owner for Unsafe Battery Storage
The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) battled a fire at an apartment building on Avenue A at St. Mark’s Place in the East Village earlier this morning. The cause of the fire, which damaged two floors of the building, hasn’t been officially announced, although firefighters discovered a lithium-ion battery on the second floor. Five Read More »
A Burning Issue: The Legal Consequences of Fire Due to Property Owner Negligence
In the New York City metro area, property owners are subject to stringent legal responsibilities to maintain safety standards, especially concerning fire prevention and response. The failure of property owners to adhere to local fire codes and safety regulations can result in severe legal consequences. More importantly, property negligence that leads to injuries, property loss, Read More »
Behind the Blaze: Investigating the Link Between Bad Construction and Fire Hazards
In recent years, the alarming rise in fire incidents attributed to negligent construction practices in the greater New York City area has sparked a critical dialogue about building safety and compliance. Bad construction practices, including substandard materials, carelessness, and negligence, have caused numerous fires that have devastated lives and destroyed property. This article aims to Read More »
Preventing Disaster: Essential Tips to Avoid Fires Caused by Faulty Equipment
New York City apartment fires are way too common, causing severe injuries and fatalities. From May 2020 to May 2021, according to the most recent data from the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), there were 24,429 fires. These fires are often caused by faulty equipment and lack of building maintenance. Common Causes of Fire Read More »
The Hidden Danger: The Role of Negligent Maintenance in FireOutbreaks
You do everything you can to maintain a safe home environment and are vigilant about taking measures to eliminate hazards, including the possibility of a fire. You make sure all appliances are off, position space heaters away from anything that can burn, blow out candles, look around for any frayed wiring, and much more. However, Read More »
Saving Lives and Properties: Best Practices for Fire Prevention in Buildings
Fire prevention in residential buildings is a critical concern that involves implementing measures to prevent the outbreak of fires and minimize their impact should they occur. Property owners have a duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions in residential structures; failure to do so can result in tragic consequences of injury, property damage, or death. In Read More »
Marble Hill Avenue Fire Caused by Lithium-ion Batteries Injures at Least 10 and Displaces Multiple Residents
On Monday afternoon, March 11, a fast-moving fire in a multi-story building in New York City’s Marble Hill neighborhood injured at least four civilians and six firefighters, according to the FDNY. The fire started under the ground-floor stairwell and quickly spread to the roof of the four-story apartment building. According to FDNY Chief Malcom Moore, Read More »
Maintenance Matters: How Regular Upkeep Can Prevent Fire Tragedies
Nearly nine million people call the Five Boroughs of New York City home. As one of the most densely-populated cities in the United States, New York residents face many challenges. One of these is fire risks due to a lack of upkeep in residential structures like apartment buildings. In this guide, we will present the Read More »
