Quick Facts: Construction Fires

Each year, an estimated 4,800 construction site fires cause $35 million in property damage.
Fire incidents at construction sites/complexes increase as the workday progresses.
Arson and open flame are the cause of 71% of construction site fires.
The materials most commonly ignited in construction site fires are rubbish/trash; growing/living forms, including grass, trees, and brush; and structural members/framing materials.
The most common sources of ignition in construction site fires are matches, cutting torches, open fire, and cigarettes.