How to stay safe during a house fire

Tips That Can Кеер You Safe ODuring a House Fire When it comes to house fires, timing is everything. Here are a few ways that you can use to stay safe and increase survival rate when your house is on fire. Timely Reaction If you hear the smoke detector, you must try to exit the premise safely. Do not try to save valuables. Timely reaction can save your life. Check the Doors Check to see if there is smoke coming in through the cracks around the door. Also, check the temperature of the door by carefully placing your hand on the door. Don't Inhale Smoke Smoke inhalation can cause disorientation and can even render a person unconscious. It is advised to cover nose and mouth while walking by a smoke filled room. Stop, Drop and Roll If your clothes catch fire, stop immediately. Drop flat to the ground, and roll until the fire is out. Rolling around will smother the fire quickly. Keep Smoke Away Don't panic if it is impossible to escape the house. Close the doors and cover all vents and cracks around it with cloth or tape to keep the smoke out for as long as possible. Stay calm and wait for help to arrive. SOURCE: http://www.firesafetyforkids.org/fire-safety-rules.html Copyrighted © ID