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Investigating Cold Fires

By Timothy M. Wilhelm, C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I.
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To the uninitiated a fire scene looks like char and ash with no discernible evidence as to where or why a fire started. Short of finding a melted lighter or remnant of a match, most laypeople are…

Barbecue Grill Fires & Explosions

By Timothy M. Wilhelm, C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I.
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In this article, the fire investigators at Robson Forensic discuss the all too common relationship between barbecue grills and structure fires and burn injuries. They also share advice on grilling…

Holiday Fire Prevention

By Timothy M. Wilhelm, C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I.
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In this article, the fire investigators at Robson Forensic discuss two holiday fires to which they personally responded. Our fire safety experts also provide some essential advice on what you can do…

Dispelling Myths of Origin & Cause Investigations

By Timothy M. Wilhelm, C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I.
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This article, by forensic fire investigator, Timothy M. Wilhelm, C.F.E.I., C.V.F.I., discusses three longstanding myths of fire investigation and the truth behind each topic. Fire Investigation Myths…