Real-World Solutions for Improved Communication in High-Rises

摘要

In the months following a deadly Hell's Kitchen high-rise apartment fire, calls have steadily increased for improved fire safety legislation in New York City's towering residential buildings. The horrible death of one man, and the hospitalization of his partner, seems to have mobilized an entire city to action; however, what is the best way to ensure that a tragedy like this never happens again? The beauty of modern technology is that there are countless solutions available to building owners that could help first responders better communicate with residents during an emergency. The key will be identifying the systems best-suited for this all-important task.