Fire & Rescue Insights Hazardous Materials Plume Dispersion: A Critical Safety Consideration Understanding how hazardous materials disperse in the atmosphere during an incident is a vital aspect of emergency response planning and operational safety. Dispersion patterns directly influence evacuation zones, firefighting tactics, and medical preparedness. Recent advances in fire research have enhanced modelling techniques, enabling responders to anticipate plume behaviour more accurately and make informed decisions to protect lives and…