Assessing the accessibility to fire hazards in preserving historical towns: Case studies in suburban Shanghai, China

Huang, Harrison; Li, Lü; Gu, Yan

doi:10.1016/j.foar.2022.03.001

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“…With regard to the facet of data availability and quality, the literature review provides valuable insights into the types of data that can enhance the accuracy and comprehensiveness of fire risk assessments. Some of these data, as mentioned, include more detailed economic information [54], distance and visibility from fire watch towers [54], proximity to water and roads [54], road networks [55], unoccupied housing units [56], military ground information [56], and the existence of fire hydrants [57]. We plan to incorporate most of the aforementioned parameters (depending on data availability) into future advancements of the methodology.…”

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“…The incorporation of data on population and building characteristics plays a crucial role in comprehending the potential impact of fire incidents and guiding targeted fire prevention strategies [54,56]. By analyzing demographic and socioeconomic information, researchers can gain insights into the vulnerability of different population segments to fire hazards [54][55][56]. For instance, certain age groups or socioeconomic categories may face higher risks during fire events, necessitating the identification of vulnerable groups for targeted intervention strategies and emergency response plans [44,58].…”

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Geoinformatics and Machine Learning for Comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment and Management in Peri-Urban Environments: A Building-Block-Level Approach

Yfantidou,

Zoka,

Stathopoulos

et al. 2023

Applied Sciences

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Forest fires can result in loss of life, damage to infrastructure, and adverse environmental impacts. This study showcases an integrated approach for conducting high-detail fire risk assessment and supporting strategic planning and management of fire events in peri-urban areas that are susceptible to forest fires. The presented methodology encompasses fire hazard modeling, vulnerability and exposure assessment, and in situ observations. Numerous fire hazard scenarios were tested, simulating the spatiotemporal spread of fire events under different wind characteristics. The vulnerability of the studied areas was assessed by combining population data (density and age) and building characteristics, while the exposure parameter employed land value (EUR/m2) as an indicator for qualitatively estimating potential economic effects in the study area. Field campaigns facilitated the identification and recording of critical areas and points, including high-risk buildings and population gathering areas, which subsequently informed the mitigation and fire management planning suggestions. Moreover, field recordings acted as an iterative process for validating and updating the fire risk maps. This research work utilizes state-of-the-art techniques to achieve an analysis of fire risk at a building-block level. Overall, the study presents an applied and end-to-end methodology for effectively addressing forest fire risk in peri-urban areas.

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Geoinformatics and Machine Learning for Comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment and Management in Peri-Urban Environments: A Building-Block-Level Approach

Yfantidou,

Zoka,

Stathopoulos

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Applied Sciences

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“…Beyond China, de Oliveira‐Junior et al conducted a comprehensive study examining the causes and effects of fires in South America 9 . In a different context, Huang et al assessed fire hazards within historic towns located on the outskirts of Shanghai, China 10 . Nevertheless, it is important to note that these studies often possess localized or specific focuses, honing in on particular geographic areas, building types, or fire causes, and thus may not offer a fully extensive and comprehensive analysis of the broader subject.…”

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Examining China's rural fire protection within the rural revitalization strategy: An in‐depth policy research

Li,

2023

Fire and Materials

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Currently, rural fire protection issues in China loom large, resulting in frequent fire incidents due to an inadequate rural fire infrastructure and insufficient firefighting resources. Consequently, prompt fire suppression becomes challenging, leading to significant casualties and economic losses. To address these challenges and align with the national rural revitalization strategy, our research team dedicated 5 years to meticulously scrutinizing fire incident data in China spanning from 2012 to 2022, alongside an extensive review of international documents. We conducted on‐site investigations in rural areas across 63 cities in 11 provinces, including Anhui and Jiangsu. By analyzing fire data and field investigation results, we identified the causes and percentages of 11 types of rural fires, as well as summarized five types of rural fire hazards and six types of rural fires. Drawing from insights gleaned from the experiences of countries such as the United States, Australia, Canada, and South America, we have formulated eight policy recommendations for rural fire protection, encompassing aspects like organization, responsibility, planning, construction, operation, and maintenance, as well as public awareness. Therefore, we anticipate that this study will catalyze enhancing rural fire protection efforts in China and other developing nations.

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“…Numerous studies have been conducted on the issue of historical buildings facing fire risks. Currently, research on fires in historic buildings focuses on fire risk assessment [16][17][18] and disaster risk management [19]. Many researchers have analyzed and evaluated the fire risk of historic buildings through field studies.…”

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“…Romão and Bertolin [21] explored the gaps in knowledge and practice in the management of disaster risks in cultural heritage, selected topics related to disaster risk management and cultural heritage, and analyzed Numerous studies have been conducted on the issue of historical buildings facing fire risks. Currently, research on fires in historic buildings focuses on fire risk assessment [16][17][18] and disaster risk management [19]. Many researchers have analyzed and evaluated the fire risk of historic buildings through field studies.…”

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CFD-Based Fire Risk Assessment and Control at the Historic Dong Wind and Rain Bridges in the Western Hunan Region: The Case of Huilong Bridge

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The Dong wind and rain bridges in western Hunan are among the most extraordinary historical buildings that express the unique culture of the Dong people, and are an unparalleled display of history, culture, aesthetics and architectural skills, but they are exposed to various disasters. However, fire poses a serious challenge to historical wind and rain bridges. This study investigated the fire risk of wind and rain bridges in terms of building materials, structural forms, fire habits, and fire loads. Fire dynamics simulator software and SketchUp modeling software were used to visualize and numerically simulate fire conditions. The survey results indicated that the fire load of the Huilong bridge was 1,794,561 MJ. After a fire, the central pavilion underwent a flashover at 200 s. By 600 s, the maximum temperature of the bridge was 1200 °C, and the entire bridge was in flashover condition. Furthermore, targeted fire-mitigation strategies were proposed according to the architectural characteristics and cultural environment of the wind and rain bridges in terms of the following four components: automatic fire-extinguishing equipment, fireproof coatings, suspended ceiling, and skylights. The effectiveness of the fire-resistance performance of the strategies was also evaluated. The fireproof coating measures were the most effective, and the bridge sections delayed reaching the flashover state by 40–80 s. The reported results can help reduce the fire-related risks of wind and rain bridges and protect our historical heritage more effectively and efficiently. Furthermore, this study can serve as a reference for other historic wooden structures to develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

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Assessing the accessibility to fire hazards in preserving historical towns: Case studies in suburban Shanghai, China

Cited by 12 publications

References 19 publications

Geoinformatics and Machine Learning for Comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment and Management in Peri-Urban Environments: A Building-Block-Level Approach

Geoinformatics and Machine Learning for Comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment and Management in Peri-Urban Environments: A Building-Block-Level Approach

Examining China's rural fire protection within the rural revitalization strategy: An in‐depth policy research

CFD-Based Fire Risk Assessment and Control at the Historic Dong Wind and Rain Bridges in the Western Hunan Region: The Case of Huilong Bridge

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