Yhn ScienceSpace Policy first seen 1 d ago, last 59 min ago, peak #5
Whatever Happened to Fire Escapes
Practical Engineering has published a piece examining why fire escapes, once a fixture of urban buildings, have largely vanished from modern architecture. The article traces how building codes moved toward enclosed stairwells, sprinkler systems and other interior safety measures, making exterior iron stairs a relic of older city blocks. Readers are discussing the history and safety trade-offs of these iconic structures.
Why now: A widely read engineering blog post has sparked fresh interest in the history and decline of fire escapes.
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- Whatever Happened to Fire Escapes · sohkamyung · 193
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