Fire, Explosion Evacuation Tips

  • Oct 02, 2007

The Department of Homeland Security and American Red Cross offer evacuation tips during a fire or after an explosion.

If There is an Explosion

  • Take shelter against your desk or a sturdy table.
  • Exit the building immediately.
  • Do not use elevators.
  • Check for fire and other hazards.
  • Take your emergency supply kit if time allows.

If There is a Fire

  • Exit the building immediately.
  • If there is smoke, crawl under the smoke to the nearest exit and use a cloth, if possible, to cover your nose and mouth.
  • Use the back of your hand to feel the upper, lower, and middle parts of closed doors.
  • If the door is not hot, brace yourself against it and open slowly.
  • If the door is hot, do not open it. Look for another way out.
  • Do not use elevators.
  • If your clothes catch on fire, stop-drop-and-roll to put out the fire. Do not run.
  • If you are at home, go to your previously designated outside meeting place.
  • Account for your family members and carefully supervise small children.
  • GET OUT and STAY OUT. Never go back into a burning building.
  • Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number.

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