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Do all schools have to practice fire drills?
Yes
It's okay to hide under your bed if there's a fire. True or False?
False – You should never hide during a fire. Go outside as quickly and safely as possible.
What is the number you should call in an emergency, like a fire?
911
It's okay to go back inside the house to get your toys or pets. True or False?
False – Never go back inside a burning building. Tell firefighters if someone is still inside.
If you smell smoke and there is no alarm going off, what should you do?
Tell the closest Adult
If someone is playing with illegal fireworks?
Get away and tell an adult
What should you do if you see a running, unsupervised stove?
Tell an Adult
What is the first thing you should do when you see a fire?
Tell an adult and get out safely.
Why are fire drills practiced at school and home?
To help everyone know what to do and where to go in case there’s a real fire.
What is a fire escape plan?
A plan that shows how to get out of your house safely in case of a fire.
Where should your family meet after escaping a fire?
At a safe meeting spot outside, like a tree or neighbor's house.
You can use the elevator to escape a fire in a tall building. True or False?
False – Always use the stairs. Elevators can stop or open on a floor with fire.
What do you do if your clothes catch fire?
Stop, Drop, Roll
If you are at the back of a store and there is a fire in the front of the store, should you escape in the front or back?
The back, the front is on fire so it is very risky to go to the front
Why is it important to stay low to the ground during a fire?
Because smoke rises, and the air is cleaner and easier to breathe near the floor.
What are the three things to start a fire?
Oxygen, Heat and Fuel