Fire in your home....

4/17/2018 (Permalink)

Do you know what to do if there is a fire in your house?

4 Tips if there is a fire in your home!

1. Decide if you should fight the fire or flee.

Don't attempt to extinguish any fire if there is a threat to your safety. If the fire is small and you know how to use a fire extinguisher, you can attempt to extinguish the fire. You must note that fires can increase in size and intensity in seconds, blocking the exit path can create a dangerous atmosphere. 

2. The main priority is to get you and your family members out safely.

Your priority should be to get yourself and your family members out as quickly as possible. Please don't think of picking up your valuables. Timing is very important. 

3. If you see smoke, crawl to the nearest exit!

The toxic gases and the super heated air in the smoke makes it more dangerous. Smoke is lighter than air and so it rises above air.

4. If your clothes catch on fire, remember to STOP, DROP, and ROLL!!!

If clothes catch fire, they can spread quickly engulfing the victim in flames.