What to Do if There is a Fire in Your Home
- Crawl to the door on your hands and knees. Smoke and gases rise to the ceiling and the air is safer closer to the floor.
- Feel the door before opening it. If it's cool, brace yourself against it and open it carefully. If you notice smoke or heat, close it immediately.
- If the door is hot or smoke comes through it use an alternate exit (a second way out-the window if possible).
- If you can not escape through the window signal for help by waving a sheet or any light colored clothing out the window.
- Upon escaping from the home meet you family in front an away from your home and wait for the fire department.
- Never go back into a burning building-tell firefighters immediately if someone is left in the building.
- Seek medical help for burns and other injuries.