Research The distance between structures and the density of housing in communities significantly impact how fires spread in areas where the wildland and urban environments meet (WUI). In high density neighborhoods during a severe wildfire, extreme burning conditions lead to a higher number of structures to burn. Once a few buildings ignite, a domino effect…
Evaluating current wildfire deck tests.
Findings from IBHS’s 2017-2018 post-wildfire investigation.
A three-part series providing a tutorial on all things wildfire.
Findings from IBHS’s 2017-2018 post-wildfire investigation.
Members-Only Assets Main research page. [Members Only] Exclusive research footage from IBHS’s ignition potential of decks research is available for download below. Deck – Mulch Ignition Download Video Deck – Mulch Ignition Close-up Download Video Deck – Mulch Ignition Side View Download Video Deck Ignition – Smoldering Download Video Deck Ignition – Under Deck Download Video…
A state-by-state reference guide on wildfire-related building codes.
Research IBHS supports the use of wildland-urban interface (WUI) codes to help reduce the potential for wildland fires to spread into the built environment. The Wildfire Codes & Standards – State-by-State Reference Guide is a comprehensive assessment of wildfire building codes in each of the 50 states. In addition to the assessment of wildfire-focused codes in…
IBHS showcases risk of embers from wildfires, and effective, affordable ways home and property owners can reduce or avoid damage.
Research IBHS studies the characteristics of embers from different fuel sources, including vegetative and structural, and implications regarding their ability to ignite buildings and other combustible materials on the property. This work will ultimately help improve guidance for homeowners and communities. This research is a collaborative effort with researchers at UNC Charlotte, University of Maryland, University…