Fires can happen unexpectedly, and when they do, knowing how to react can mean the difference between life and death. Key steps in a fire emergency include: Warn and assist all inhabitants to get out. Evacuate the building as quickly as possible. Do not try to grab belongings. Stay Low; if there is smoke, stay low to the ground to avoid inhalation. Call for Help; once you are safely outside, call 911 or your local fire department to report the fire. Stay out. Even if your home doesn’t burn down, fire may have damaged the structure, toxic fumes may be present, and other dangers may exist after flames have been extinguished. Wait until your local fire authority says it’s safe to re-enter.
