Fire Safety: Then and Now
Comparing the Great Fire of London to how we stay safe from fire today, including modern prevention and response.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between fire prevention methods in 1666 and those used in homes today.
- Analyze how the Great Fire influenced the development of modern fire safety regulations.
- Construct a plan for what to do if a fire started in your home today.
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