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Fire Safety Education: Know Thy Enemy and Know Thyself

During our Coffee Saturday last July 11, 2026, I highlighted the following: "Fire safety isn't just a binder on a shelf—a set of rules in the resident handbook or a matter of compliance with local government regulations. Rather, it is a daily, proactive operation. In a vertical community, a fire in one unit threatens everyone, which means our strategy must combine strict mechanical maintenance with continuous and aggressive resident education. " The recent fire in a neighboring condominium building here in Eastwood City served as a wake-up call—a splash of cold water for everyone living in high-rise buildings. I closely monitored the incident from the moment the fire broke out, through the response efforts, and into the aftermath. I also followed the discussions and comments on news reports and social media. One thing became very clear: there is a serious need for fire safety re-education. Many people hold misconceptions about fire, how it behaves, and how to respond t...

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