Integrating fire safety technologies for Urban resilience: A mixed-methods study of emergency planning

Dense infrastructure, a lack of emergency services, and antiquated safety measures make cities more susceptible to fire threats as their populations continue to rise. The integration of contemporary fire technologies, including automated suppression systems, smart detection systems, and integrated communication networks, into urban emergency planning frameworks is examined in this research. The research uses a mixed-methods approach, integrating qualitative information from stakeholders, such as legislators, urban designers, and fire service employees, with quantitative analysis of fire occurrences and response times. According to research, high-tech metropolitan regions with cutting-edge fire safety equipment have far quicker emergency response times, more public awareness, and increased confidence in fire safety measures. Even with the obvious benefits, problems like high implementation costs, incompatibilities with infrastructure, and change aversion still exist. In order to improve urban resilience and disaster preparation, this study highlights the need of a comprehensive, technology-driven approach to fire safety and promotes wider stakeholder participation and strategic planning.