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How Quickly Do Firefighters Respond?

8/11/2021 (Permalink)

How Fast Do Firefighters Get To Your House

Whenever there is a fire, it is essential that the local fire department is notified as soon as possible. While we all know the red fire engine and firehouse poles, many of us have never had to rely on firefighters. If you find yourself in a situation that requires the fire department, there are some basic things you need to know. 

What is the Best Way to Reach the Fire Department?

In the event of a fire-related emergency, reach safety and call 911 immediately. Give them a detailed explanation of what's happening and they will notify your local fire department. 

How Quickly Do Firefighters Respond?

The National Fire Protection Association has a national goal of response times taking no more than nine and a half minutes. Firefighters are on-call 24/7 and each station has in-house firefighters at all hours of the day. The firefighters can be out of bed and en route in under 2 minutes.

What to Do if There is a Fire

  1. Once you have spotted the fire, immediately locate an exit and instruct others to make their way to safety as well.
  2. If you have a fire extinguisher on-hand, use it from a safe distance away to put out the fire. 
  3. When you have reached a safe location, call 911 and inform them about the fire.
  4. Once you have reached a safe location, DO NOT re-enter the area for any reason. Wait for help to arrive and assist anyone left inside.
  5. Help assist people in need and alert everyone nearby.
  6. Inform on-scene firefighters of any details you know about the fire (including origin, location, potential hazards, or any people or pets who may still be in danger).
  7. Allow firefighters to extinguish the fire and keep everyone in a safe location. 

After the Fire

Following the fire it is important to If your business or property has experienced a fire, be sure to contact SERVPRO of South Mecklenburg County. Call our licensed fire restoration team at (704) 840-6112. We can help make it "Like it never even happened."

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