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These factors combine to reduce the time occupants have to escape from their house during a fire from about 17 minutes (on average) thirty years ago to approximately 3-4 minutes today.

4. Window Tech:
Modern windows are designed to prevent heat loss, which can trap heat inside during a fire, increasing temperatures and contributing to faster fire development.

3. Open Floor Plans:
The popularity of open-concept designs in modern architecture allows fires to move unimpeded through large spaces, unlike older homes with more compartmentalized rooms that can slow a fire's spread.

…burn hotter than natural materials like cotton or wool. This accelerates the progression of house fires.

2. Increased Combustibles (esp. large Synthetic Furnishings):
Modern households have a greater number of flammable items, such as electronics, plastic decor, & synthetic textiles, which add more fuel to the fire.
Many synthetic materials, such as polyester and polyurethane foam ignite quickly &…

1. Construction Materials: Contemporary homes often utilize lightweight, engineered materials like particle board & laminated beams. While more cost-effective & structurally efficient, these materials are more combustible than traditional solid wood, causing fires to spread more rapidly.

I completely agree with your sentiments. Here's a summation, in general, as to why modern homes tend to burn much faster nowadays as compared to older ones: