Fire in a High-Rise Building

High-rise fires require different decisions than house fires — know when to evacuate, when to shelter in place, how to use stairwells, and how to help others.

How fires start in high-rise buildings and what residents can do to prevent them — covering kitchen safety, electrical hazards, balcony risks, and building-level fire safety systems.

What fire wardens do in high-rise buildings, what residents are expected to do during an alarm, and how building fire safety systems work together during an emergency.

Understanding the "stay put" policy for high-rise fires, when it applies, when it no longer applies, and how to defend your flat while waiting for the fire brigade.

Why you must never use a lift in a fire, how to navigate stairwells safely, and what to do if escape routes are compromised by smoke in a high-rise building.