In 1911, in New York City, employees of the Triangle Shirtwaist Company were killed when a fire broke out on the eighth floor of the factory. What factor made this tragedy even more appalling? Responses Since this was an isolated incident, no laws or practices changed. Since this was an isolated incident, no laws or practices changed. The underfunded fire department was unable to respond in a timely manner. The underfunded fire department was unable to respond in a timely manner. Employees had recently demanded safer working conditions by striking. Employees had recently demanded safer working conditions by striking. The public took little notice of the tragedy and unsafe practices continued