52ND ANNUAL ARSON SEMINAR 2026

This 52nd annual seminar, organized by the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Office of Fire Prevention and Control, features expert speakers and presenters from government agencies, commerce, and insurance. It provides information and new developments in the field of fire investigation and allows for an exchange of ideas and experiences through peer interaction. Specific topics include Fire Effects and Patterns, a collaborative approach to the Blossom Pass Terrace Explosion, Community Risk Reduction strategies, Electrical Appliances and Marine Fires, and an exploration of Myths and Legends in Fire Investigations. Attendance fulfills the annual New York State in-service training requirements for fire investigators.