Backdraft, Flashover, and Other Rapid Fire Progression Phenomena
G. Gorbett, R. Hopkins, 2007
Backdraft, Flashover, Firefighter Injury, Fire Research
Rapid fire progression phenomena, such as backdraft and flashover, can result in danger to firefighters. This paper examines current research and divides these phenomena into categories based on fundamental physical and chemical processes.
Abstract
Rapid fire progression phenomena, such as backdraft and flashover, can result in danger to firefighters. This paper examines current research and divides these phenomena into categories based on fundamental physical and chemical processes. Implications include improved communication and technology transfer between fire scientists and fire service training personnel, training and education of firefighters, and firefighter safety during fire suppression activities.