Many underestimate the risk and destructive power of fire. The U.S. Fire Administration, a division of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, believes in promoting awareness that fires are fast, hot, dark and deadly. Knowing how to quickly react during a fire will save lives.

Preparing for a Fire Emergency

• If fire alarm is not sounding, activate the nearest fire alarm pull station
• Call 713-743-3333 or 911 to report the fire
• Notify and assist people in the immediate area
• Confine the fire by closing doors as you exit
• Evacuate the building at the nearest exit
• Do not re-enter the building until authorized to do so by emergency personnel
• Never assume a fire alarm is a false alarm
• Do not use elevators
• If unable to exit, go to nearest exit stairwell or safe area and call 713-743-3333 or 911
• Use fire extinguisher if fire is small, contained and room is not filled with smoke