For this assignment, write a 1000 Word APA 6th edition formatted paper using the textbook (principles of fire protection 3rd edition), America Burning, America Burning Revisited, America at Risk, the internet as well as professional journals, articles and other academically recognized sources on the following topic:

Address the historical progression of the fire problem in the United States. Identify and delineate on several factors that help explain the disparity between the high aggregate costs of fire for the nation, states, and communities, and lower perceptions of fire risks and costs. What are the ramifications of ignoring fire prevention and education?

Make sure to read Fire Death Rate Trends in order to help formulate your opinion.

You must use at least two sources for citations and include these sources in your APA formatted reference section.