The Risks associated with residential fire outbreaks in Harare’s Mbare suburbs
- Author
- Mutasa, Winfred, T.
- Title
- The Risks associated with residential fire outbreaks in Harare’s Mbare suburbs
- Abstract
- The study investigated the risks associated with residential fire outbreaks in Harare's Mbare suburbs, with the objectives to: examine the risks associated with residential fire outbreaks in Mbare, assess the factors affecting fire response systems in Harare Mbare suburbs, and examine the factors for Disaster Risk Reduction in Harare Mbare suburbs. Guided by the Social Amplification framework, the research employed qualitative methods, including interviews, observations, and document review, to gather data from 10 participants and 3 key informants. The data was analysed using Thematic Content Analysis to identify themes and patterns related to the study objectives. Findings revealed that high-density living conditions, poor electrical infrastructure, inadequate fire safety knowledge, flammable building materials, and lack of fire safety equipment contributed to the risk of fire outbreaks. Factors affecting in Disaster Risk Reduction in fire response systems, such as limited access to fire engines, understaffed fire brigades, delayed response times, and inadequate community awareness, exacerbate the vulnerability of residents. In light of these findings, several recommendations were made, including enhancing fire safety education and awareness, improving emergency response capacity, and strengthening community resilience and preparedness. This study highlights the need for a multi-sectoral approach to effectively reduce disaster risks associated with residential fire outbreaks in the area.
- Date
- June 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Residential fire outbreaks,
- Disaster Risk Reduction,
- Supervisor
- Dr. Maponga,
- Item sets
- Department of Geosciences
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