How to Escape a Burning Building

2/14/2021 (Permalink)

WARNING: If you are in a home fire RIGHT now, Call 9-1-1!

Timing is everything, in just two minutes, a fire can become life-threatening. In five minutes, a residence can be engulfed in flames. Here are things many people don’t expect after escaping a home fire, and tips on how to escape safely.

Fire is FAST! In less than 30 seconds a small flame can turn into a serious fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house or for it to be engulfed in flames - impairing vision and breathing.

Tip: make sure all fire alarms are in working condition and appropriately placed fire extinguishers

Fire is HOT! Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 degrees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level. Inhaling this super-hot air will scorch your lungs and melt clothes to your skin.

Tip: Always crawl on the floor – the air will be cooler and there will be more oxygen.

Fire is DARK! Fire starts bright, but quickly produces black smoke and complete darkness.

Smoke is DEADLY! Smoke and toxic gases kill more people than flames do. Fire produces poisonous gases that disorient you. asphyxiation (suffocation) is the leading cause of death from home related fires.

Tip: If you open a door, open it slowly. Be ready to shut it quickly if heavy smoke or fire is present.

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Source: https://www.ready.gov/home-fi