Ramla Qureshi is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University.
News — Jan. 15, 2025 –The Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst fires have collectively burned over 38,600 acres in Los Angeles County. , assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, is available to provide commentary on the structural impacts. Qureshi specializes in structural resilience against extreme hazards, including fires, and can offer insights into how wildfires that start in woodlands spread to urban areas and affect structures.
- At least 25 people have died and over 12,000 structures have been destroyed
- A red flag warning is in effect through Wednesday due to strong winds and low humidity, which are expected to exacerbate the fires
- Over 88,000 residents are under mandatory evacuation orders, with an additional 89,000 in evacuation warning zones
Ramla Qureshi is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University. Her research focuses on the resilience of structures under extreme conditions such as earthquakes, fires, and blasts. She is well-versed in the dynamics of fire spread and the structural integrity of buildings during such events.
She can be reached at: [email protected]
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