April 12th, 2024
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On February 14th, a little after 11 a.m., an unknown source ignited a fire on the 15th floor of a high-rise building under construction in West Palm Beach. The construction crew had access to a fire extinguisher and attempted to put out the fire. The height of the fire presented challenges for firefighters. It took 30 firefighters to safely evacuate 220 construction workers and extinguish the blaze. West Palm Beach officials are still investigating this high-rise construction fire.
Related Companies is building One Flagler into a state-of-the-art Class-A office building with plans to open in 2024. Due to their height, high-rise buildings can have many types of hazards including vertical fire spread and the potential for extensive water damage.
Risk Logic reviews construction drawings with the best loss prevention practices in mind, and performs site inspections for high-rise buildings during construction and while operating. Our engineers inspect for potential hazards and make recommendations to help prevent and control potential fires and other property loss exposures. If interested, read our articles on high-rise buildings and water damage to discover ways to protect your business. Buildings could be visited at various stages of completion to check for hazards and progress. Please contact us for more information or questions regarding how Risk Logic can help you reduce your exposures or conduct a comprehensive loss prevention survey.
