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The Atlas Obscura Podcast
Meet the Man Who Sets America’s Living Rooms on Fire
Jul 22, 2024
Meet John Allen, a researcher at the ATF Fire Research Laboratory, where investigators recreate arson attacks. They analyze burn patterns and discuss fire safety, different types of fires, and preventing home fires. Learn about the challenges of fire investigation and the evolution of fire safety.
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- Analyzing burn patterns helps determine fire origin and nature for forensic investigations.
- Preventing home fires involves safe electrical systems and cautious use of open flames like candles.
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Fire Research at ATF
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) houses a unique Fire Research Laboratory where Chief John Allen and his team investigate fire scenes meticulously. Through recreating fire situations, they determine the origin, cause, and nature of fires for forensic purposes. By replicating exact room layouts and scenarios, they analyze factors like smoke detection timings, requiring precise matching of materials found at the scene.
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