What to do if there is a FIRE IN THE HOUSE:

This can be prevented if:

- handle open flames with care: thoroughly extinguish matches, cigarettes, candles;

- use only serviceable electrical appliances and gas equipment;

- when leaving home, turn off all electrical appliances except the refrigerator.

What to do if it happens

- call rescuers by phone 101 or 112

- protect your mouth and nose with a wet bandage, move on all fours in case of smoke;

- take children, elderly people, animals outside;

- if you have time, turn off electricity, gas appliances, take documents and money, close windows, doors and leave;

- if the fire is outside and you cannot leave, stuff the gaps around all ventilation openings and the entrance door with a wet cloth, go out onto the balcony and call for help.

DO NOT

- fight the flames on your own without calling rescuers;

- open windows and doors unless absolutely necessary;

- descend using tied sheets, curtains, ropes if you are on the third floor or higher;

- use the elevator;

- risk your life saving property.

Inspector of the Fire and Rescue Department of the Miory District Department for Emergency Situations O.M. Girzhda