Key findings of the 2022 fire statistics report

As reported by CTIF, the CFS CTIF has published an in-depth analysis of fire statistics for 2022, encompassing data from various countries and cities worldwide.

The report highlights essential findings, including the types of fire service calls, the number of fires, fire victims, and firefighter fatalities for the period from 2018 to 2022.

The 2022 statistics include data from 55 countries, covering one-fifth of the global population, and 42 cities.

The analysis provides insights into fire trends and incidents, helping to understand the global fire scenario.

It reports on the types of fire service calls, the number of fires, fire victims, and firefighter fatalities in 57, 81, 74, and 27 countries, respectively, over the last five years.

Fire injury and service data collection

The report also delves into the types of fire injuries reported between 2018 and 2022, based on data from 54 countries.

In addition to injury data, the study includes information on fire services from 66 countries around the world.

This comprehensive collection and analysis aim to enhance the understanding and management of fire incidents globally.

A unique feature of the report is a table detailing the distribution of fires by their causes, providing a clear overview of the most common sources of fire incidents.

This valuable data is expected to aid in formulating better fire prevention and response strategies.

Focus on forest fires and multilingual availability

The report dedicates a specific chapter to forest fires, addressing their frequency, causes, and impact.

This section aims to provide a focused analysis of one of the most critical types of fires affecting numerous countries.

The CFS CTIF has ensured the report is accessible to a broader audience by publishing it in three languages: English, Spanish, and German.

This multilingual approach facilitates the dissemination and understanding of the findings across different regions and linguistic groups.

Future steps and acknowledgments

The CFS CTIF has expressed gratitude to the National Committees that contributed to the 2022 fire statistics.

The organisation is now preparing to work on the next report, urging all National Committees to submit their 2023 fire statistics by May 1, 2025.

The authors of the report welcome suggestions to improve the work of the Fire Statistics Centre.