Kozee Sleep Beds Factory Fire (2014):

In 2014, a major fire broke out at the Kozee Sleep Beds factory in Deighton, West Yorkshire. This fire was one of the largest industrial fires in recent UK history. The incident began on February 21 and raged for several days. The fire was so intense that it required over 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines to bring it under control. It led to plumes of thick black smoke billowing into the sky, visible for miles around.

The factory manufactured foam and upholstery products, which contributed to the rapid spread of the fire. The blaze raised significant concerns about fire safety in industrial settings, including the storage and handling of flammable materials. Investigations into the incident revealed several fire safety issues, including inadequate safety measures and a lack of proper fire suppression systems.

Cameron House Hotel Fire (2017)

In December 2017, a devastating fire occurred at Cameron House Hotel, a luxury resort located on the shores of Loch Lomond in Scotland. The fire resulted in the tragic loss of two guests' lives and several others were injured. The blaze started in the early morning hours, leading to a large-scale evacuation of the hotel.

The subsequent investigation revealed several fire safety shortcomings, including issues with the hotel's fire detection systems and evacuation procedures. Additionally, the hotel's design, with its historic and complex structure, presented challenges for firefighters.

In the summer of 2018, a fire erupted at St. George's Shopping Centre in Preston, Lancashire. The fire prompted the evacuation of the shopping center and surrounding properties. Firefighters worked tirelessly to control the blaze, which threatened to spread further within the mall.

The incident highlighted the importance of effective fire safety protocols in commercial buildings, particularly shopping centers, which can be challenging environments for both occupants and firefighters due to the presence of numerous stores, electrical systems, and ventilation networks.

In February 2019, a significant fire occurred at an Ocado automated warehouse in Andover, Hampshire. The warehouse was part of Ocado's high-tech distribution network and featured robotic systems for order fulfillment. The fire proved to be a complex and challenging incident for firefighters due to the warehouse's automation and storage systems.

The incident raised questions about fire safety in modern, automated warehouses. The presence of lithium-ion batteries in the robots and the design of the facility's storage racks complicated firefighting efforts. Firefighters had to work for days to fully extinguish the blaze, which caused substantial damage to the facility.