What To Do if There's a Fire in Your Home

4/9/2020 (Permalink)

Do you know what to do if there is a fire in your house? Check out these steps to ensure you are prepared if a fire erupts in your home:

• Fight the fire or flee?
  • Don't attempt to extinguish any fire if there is a threat to your safety. If the fire is small and you know how to use a fire extinguisher, you can attempt to extinguish the fire. You must note that fires can increase in size and intensity in seconds, blocking the exit path can create a dangerous atmosphere. 
• The main priority is to get you and your family members out safely. 
  • Your priority should be to get yourself and your family members out as quickly as possible. Please don't think of picking up your valuables. Timing is very important. 
• If you see smoke, crawl to the nearest exit!
  • The toxic gases and the super heated air in the smoke makes it more dangerous. Smoke is lighter than air and so it rises above air.

If you experience a fire in your home, call the professionals at SERVPRO of Richmond and SERVPRO of Henrico at 804.740.6151.