The Alarming Reality of Fires in Multi-Family Properties

Fires in residential buildings are a leading cause of fatalities and property loss in the United States. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are over 355,000+ reported fires in apartment buildings and other multi-family properties each year, resulting in hundreds of deaths, thousands of injuries, and billions of dollars in damage.

The problem is that fires in these environments can escalate rapidly, leaving little time for residents to respond. In many cases, traditional fire safety equipment, such as extinguishers and alarms, fails to provide an immediate, effective solution. By the time the fire department arrives, the damage is often already done.

This stark reality is something that you, as a multi-family housing operator, know all too well. You understand the immense responsibility you have to protect your residents and safeguard your properties, but the challenge can feel overwhelming.

• Over 355,000 reported fires in apartment buildings and other multi-family properties each year
• Hundreds of deaths, thousands of injuries, and billions of dollars in damage
• Traditional fire safety equipment often fails to provide an immediate, effective solution