One possible direction to improve the segmentation and recognition algorithm is to make use of flame characteristics such as flame colour, intensity of flame brightness, shape, height, and flicker frequency. This is to augment the accuracy of video fire detection recognition. Another direction lies in the tracking and prediction of the direction of flame spread. A video based system which could do this, would be of assistance to those seeking refuge. It should be noted that experimental work is necessary for the testing and validation of different algorithms.