70,000 fire disasters per year

7/10/2018 (Permalink)

In just 2 minutes, a fire can become life-threatening. In 5 minutes, a residence can be engulfed in flames.

Have a plan:

• Find 2 ways to get out of each room.
• Make sure windows are not stuck and can be used as an exit if needed.
• Practice feeling your way around the house with your eyes closed or in the dark.
• Teach children not to be afraid of firefighters.

During a fire:

• Crawl low under the smoke to closest exit.
• Check doorknobs and door for heat. If it is hot, find alternate exit.
• If your clothes catch fire, stop, drop, & roll.

After a fire:

• Contact insurance company if insured.
• Check with fire department before entering the residence again.
• Do not reconnect utilities yourself.
• Conduct inventory of damaged items.
• Try to locate valuable documents and records.

Keep Calm and Call SERVPRO

of Vermilion County

(217) 443-0077