After the devastating Palisades fire, residents of Sunset Mesa, a community between Malibu and Pacific Palisades, are embracing a new approach to rebuilding. Inspired by the concept of "herd immunity, ...

As wildfires increase in frequency and severity, the construction industry is turning to advanced fire-resistant building techniques and materials to create “fire-hardened” homes that can withstand ...

Every time a tree trunk is sawn, it creates sawdust. Millions of tons of sawdust are produced every year worldwide, with most of it is burned to generate energy. This releases the carbon dioxide ...

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries’ (L&I) Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) announced a new rulemaking initiative, mandating the creation of a training and ...

Building a fire resistant house has become an important priority for homeowners seeking greater safety and long term protection. With the growing risk of wildfires and structural fires, thoughtful ...

Natural disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, posing a higher risk to communities in fire-prone regions like California. Despite some modern improvements in firefighting techniques and ...

The introduction of ALEC² PyroWall™ has revolutionized fire protection in the FRP manufacturing industry, ushering in a new era of safety. Since its launch, ALEC² PyroWall™ has driven a significant ...

The science pros at TKOR test fire-resistant materials to show why flame retardant does not mean fireproof. Apara Mehta on separation with husband; 'You're the ugliest woman' Union education minister ...

In a world where fire threatens more and more homes, scientists have developed a surprising type of material that might keep some buildings safer: wafer-thin sheets of fungi. Underneath every mushroom ...

Contractors working on major construction projects in Washington must now ensure all workers applying specialized fire-retardant coatings hold valid state credentials as active enforcement begins. The ...