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Fire Facts:
A fire can double in size every 30 seconds
It can reach temperatures over 1,000 degrees in 90 seconds
One breath of superheated 150 degree air can sear one’s lungs
Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can make matters worse
Approximately 85% of the time, it’s the smoke inhalation that kills
Before a fire:
Know at least two evacuation routes
Locate fire alarm pulls/extinguishers
Be familiar with RED—React, Evaluate, Decide
Responding to a fire:
- Pull the alarm if you discover a fire.
- When you hear the fire alarm, get out of the building using the nearest and safest exit.
- Go to the re-assembly area and let your professor/supervisor/emergency or building coordinator know you are there.
- Do not go back into the building until the fire department or Public Safety says it’s safe to do so.
WMU General Evacuation Procedures
Fire Extinguisher Information
Additional Resources
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