[nordsieck]

> Your odds of dying in a house fire are far lower than they were even in the 1970's, let alone the 50's or 20's.

I am very surprised by this.

I'm sure that building codes ensure that the actual houses are more fire resistant. And fire fighting has probably come a long way.

But the typical home is full of processed plastic fabric. Which burns a whole heck of a lot faster than either cotton or wool. Carpet, curtains, clothes, furniture, etc.

[quickthrower2]

I am sure smoke alarms make a big difference and people not smoking. Circuit breakers instead of fuses. Plus all the for fire exits and fire doors in apartment blocks.