In discussing fires in high-rise buildings, Casper calls for new measures to minimize fire's impact. He cites several cases of high-rise fires in which many lives were lost and millions of dollars were spent on repairs. Casper explains the benefits of sprinkler systems and smoke detectors. He urges more government regulation of building construction, including smoke detector requirements, to improve fire controls. Finally, Casper emphasizes the importance of citizens working with the fire department on passing laws to make their buildings safe.