A person who is homeless may live in a tent for long periods. A number of factors may contribute to the risk of arising in a tent.
Patient selection: homeless person living in a tent
Risk factors for fire:
(1) intoxication, including methamphetamine use
(2) use of open fires
(3) cold weather
(4) portable stove accident
(5) assault
(6) smoking
(7) clutter
Smoke inhalation can be a problem if the fire involves synthetic materials used for the tent, sleeping bag or tent contents.
