How to Keep Safe During a House Fire.

2/5/2020 (Permalink)

We know how devastating a fire disaster can be, but we are here to help!

A small flame can turn into a major fire within seconds. It takes minutes for smoke to fill a house. You may not think you will ever be a victim to a house fire, but it's better to be prepared and know what to do should it ever happen.

Keeping safe in your house during a fire:

• If you hear your smoke detector or see fire, exit your home as quickly and safely as possible; do not stop to grab your belongings.
• Get low to the floor and crawl on your hands and knees to evade the toxic smoke.
• Immediately stop what you're doing and drop flat to the ground and roll around until you smother the fire.
• Close the door and cover all vents and cracks with a cloth to keep the smoke out.
• If you are trapped in a second story room get yourself to an area where people will be able to hear or see you.
• If you must go out a window, look for a ledge you can get yourself onto and hang down from your hands.
• Make sure everyone is accounted for; if anybody is missing, only re-enter the building if it is safe to do so.
• Keep a safe distance between you and the fire.

Always call 9-1-1 at any sign of a fire and think for your safety first before acting.

We know how devastating a fire disaster can be, but we are here to help! Call SERVPRO of Portage County (330) 677-4483 to help get your home restored efficiently.