Fires in commercial buildings are sadly an all-too-common occurrence. In 2021, FEMA reported over 116,500 nonresidential fires resulting in 115 deaths, 1,025 injuries and over $3.6 billion in loss.

As peak fire season intensifies, you will be hearing many wildfire-specific terms that you may or may not understand. However, understanding the terminology used by fire crews is crucial for grasping ...