Fire Emergency

Each year, fire in the US continues to kill more than 4,000 people, injure thousands more, and result in billions of dollars in property damage. In the event of a fire, you need to take immediate action to get people to safety and reduce property damage.

KNOW WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

Take time to get prepared now – because there is no time in an emergency.

Know the location of:

• Fire extinguishers:
• Understand the types and how to use them.
• Fire alarms:
• If an alarm has been sounded, listen to the information provided through the public address system.
• Fire exit:
• Know where they are, and be sure they open easily and are free of obstructions.

UPON DISCOVERING SMOKE, FIRE, OR FLAMES IN THE BUILDING:

• Immediately contact the Central Command Center at 608-243-4357 from a safe location.
  • Be prepared to give:
    • Building name
    • Floor
    • Room number
    • Type of incident
  • Evacuate and activate the fire alarm system by pulling the nearest fire alarm.
  • Use nearest exit or alternate safe route.
  • DO NOT use elevators during a fire emergency.
  • When the fire alarm sounds, listen to the directions from First Responders.  If an evacuation has been declared or you feel it’s unsafe to stay where you are, walk, DO NOT run, to the nearest stairway exit, proceed to ground level and report to the designated Rally Point.  Keep in mind, if the stairway contains smoke or fumes, use an alternative stairway exit.  If it is safe to do so, close all doors and windows as you leave.

  NOTE:  The alarm may not sound continuously.  If the alarm stops, continue the evacuation and warn others who may attempt to enter the building after the alarm stops.

  • Leave the building and move at least 500 feet away, leaving the driveways and walkways open for arriving emergency personnel.
  • DO NOT enter or re-enter the building until given the signal from the Fire Department.
  • Someone familiar with the situation who knows the area should meet First Responders.  Those with keys to access to affected areas should be available upon arrival of the fire department.
  • Notify First Responders on the scene if you suspect someone may be trapped inside the building.

  BEFORE A FIRE:  PLANNING AND PREPARATION

  • Know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher
  • Know the location of the fire alarm pull stations in your area
  • Know the location(s) of the nearest exit
  • Know alternative evacuation routes out of the building
  • Practice exiting your area by imagining you are in a dark, smoky environment – count doorways, turns, etc.
  • Report potential hazards or refer fire prevention questions to the Central Command Center – 608-243-4357.

  The nearest fire extinguisher is located at:  ____________________________________