Houston fire prevention

The transcript discusses the transformation of cities in the South, particularly focusing on Houston under the leadership of Mayor Richard Henry Fonville. It highlights the city's response to previous warnings about fire safety and the efforts of the Fire Prevention Bureau to address long-standing municipal negligence. The new mayor has sponsored city fire ordinances to enforce the use of fire-resistant materials, marking a significant shift towards improved safety standards.

Which city is mentioned as having a progressive approach in the South?

• Houston

• Dallas

• Atlanta

• Miami

Who was responsible for acting on the Wentworth warnings?

• Richard Henry Fonville

• The City Council

• The Fire Chief

• The Governor

What is the main focus of the Fire Prevention Bureau as mentioned in the transcript?

• Increasing fire department funding

• Remedying municipal carelessness

• Training new firefighters

• Building new fire stations

What is the purpose of the new city fire ordinances?

• To reduce taxes

• To enforce fire-resistant materials

• To promote tourism

• To build more parks

Who sponsored the new fire ordinances?

• The New Mayor

• The State Government

• The Fire Department

• The City Council