Author name: Douglas Buhr

Douglas Buhr is president of Honolulu-based full-service firm Douglas Engineering Pacific, Inc. He’s a licensed engineer with more than 35 years of experience designing and permitting building systems around Hawaii and the Pacific Rim.

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Integrating Fire Alarms into Mass Notification Systems

Modern fire alarm systems, especially voice evacuation systems, can be integrated into mass notification systems to improve emergency communication. Learn how fire alarm infrastructure can be used as part of a broader emergency plan to ensure public safety by enhancing coverage during crises like fires, storms, and active shooter events when phone or text alerts are insufficient.