Vol. 2 ยท August 2026 · Midwest United States
Midwest Fire Investigation
Scientific Fire Cause and Origin Analysis for the Midwest
Fire Investigation

Cooking Fires vs Electrical Fires: How Investigators Tell the Difference

How fire investigators differentiate between cooking fires and electrical fires in residential settings using physical evidence and systematic analysis.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

What Is a Fire Investigation Report and How Is It Used in Court?

Learn what a fire investigation report contains, how it is structured, and how courts evaluate these reports as evidence in fire-related litigation.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

Wildland Interface Fires in the Midwest: Investigation Challenges for Rural Properties

Understand the unique challenges of investigating wildland-urban interface fires affecting rural Midwest properties, from grass fires to timber burns.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

The Fire Investigation Process: From Scene Documentation to Expert Testimony

A detailed overview of the fire investigation process from initial scene documentation through laboratory analysis to expert testimony in court.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

Commercial Structure Fires: Investigation Methods for Warehouses and Industrial Buildings

Explore how fire investigators approach commercial structure fires in warehouses and industrial buildings, including unique hazards and evidence challenges.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

Vehicle Fire Investigation: How Investigators Determine Origin in Car and Truck Fires

Discover how fire investigators determine the origin and cause of vehicle fires in cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles using systematic methods.

By James Whitfield ·
Fire Investigation

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: March 25, 1911

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911 killed 146 workers in New York City and became a turning point for fire safety legislation and worker protection laws in the United States.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Staff ·
Fire Investigation

What Attorneys Need to Know About Fire Investigation Reports

A guide for attorneys on understanding fire investigation reports, evaluating expert opinions, and using fire evidence in Nebraska and Iowa litigation.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

The Role of NFPA 921 in Fire Investigations

Understand the role of NFPA 921 in fire investigations and why it matters for origin and cause determination in Nebraska, Iowa, and the Midwest.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·
Fire Investigation

How Fire Investigators Determine Origin and Cause

Learn how fire investigators determine the origin and cause of a fire using scientific methods, evidence analysis, and NFPA standards in Nebraska and Iowa.

By Midwest Fire Investigation Hub Staff ·