Incase An Electrical Fire Occurs In Your House, Do The Following To Save Your Life
It’s essential to know what to do if an electrical fire does happen.
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Fires are a common domestic peril. If you live in a small apartment, being aware of the things to do to handle electrical fire when an electrical fire breaks out could one day save your life.
IF AN ELECTRICAL FIRE STARTS:
1. Cut off the electricity. If the device that is causing the electrical fire is found, and you can reach the cord and outlet safely, unplug it.
2. Add sodium bicarbonate. If the fire is small, you may put it out by smothering it with baking soda.
3. Never use water on an electrical fire. If you cannot turn off the electricity and the area that is on fire is still energized, the last thing you want to do is pour water on it. Water will conduct the electricity that caused the fire, creating an electrocution hazard in addition to the fire hazard.
As with all fires, don't try to be a hero. That's what firefighters are for. If a blaze gets too big, don't try to fight it; just escape safely and call 911.
