Current Advances on the Assessment and Mitigation of Fire Risk in Buildings and Urban Areas - 1st Edition

Fire safety within residential buildings and urban environments is a pressing global concern, demanding dynamic and comprehensive strategies for effective risk assessment and mitigation. The Special Issue reprinted in this collection is the first of a series of Special Issues edited by the Fire journal to provide researchers with a platform to showcase cutting-edge developments in this critical area.

Authored by researchers and practitioners from Europe, Asia, and Australia, the thirteen contributions that compose this first volume collectively offer a comprehensive perspective on fire safety, illustrating the global relevance and the imperative need for innovative risk assessment and mitigation strategies. This first volume sets the stage for subsequent Special Issues, showcasing cutting-edge developments and fostering collaborative efforts to address the evolving challenges in fire safety.