Home fire
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Get out, stay out and call emergency services from outside. Use the nearest safe exit, stay low beneath smoke, and close doors behind you if possible. Do not stop for belongings or go back inside for people or pets; tell firefighters where they may be.
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In immediate danger, contact local emergency services. Current instructions for your location take priority.
Do now.
- 01
Leave immediately
Follow the escape route and use stairs, not elevators. Check doors for heat before opening; use another exit if unsafe.
- 02
If the exit is blocked
Close doors between you and fire, call emergency services with your location and signal from a window.
- 03
Meet outside
Account for everyone at the meeting point and report missing people to firefighters.
- 04
Stay outside
Do not reenter until the fire department permits it.
Next steps.
Install and test smoke alarms and practice two ways out with the household. Plan assistance for children and people with mobility needs.
Watch for.
An extinguisher attempt must never delay escape or block your exit.
Sources & context.
Original Osprey Zero summary of the references below. U.S.-based guidance unless noted; check authorities where you are. This page is not a live alert.
Updated 2026-10-02. Recheck official instructions during an active event.