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FIRE PROTECTION SAVES
Fire incidents often occur in the most unexpected times, putting both lives and property at risk.
Majority of the fire incidents in the country are caused by electrical malfunctions, leaks in LPG tanks, improper disposal of cigarettes, and misuse of matches and lighters. More common causes include forgetting to turn off stoves and putting out gas lamps and lit candles.
Learning how to extinguish fire on a person’s clothes or hair without firefighting equipment is an important component of fire safety.
Basic steps to remember when caught on fire:
STOP – Do not run and do not panic.
DROP – Drop to the ground and lie down flat with legs out straight. Cover eyes and mouth with hands to avoid facial injury.
ROLL – Roll around until the flames are out. A rug may also be used to smother the fire by rolling it around the body.
After successfully doing the method, stay away from fire, quickly exit the burning building, and seek medical help.
George Gamayo
George Vincent Gamayo produces stories on climate change, disaster preparedness, and sports, and works as a lecturer at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. He holds a master’s degree in Crisis and Disaster Risk Management, and was trained by the Asian Broadcasting Union and UNESCO in solution journalism. He produced flagship projects of the government advocating disaster resiliency and overseas voter registration, and was part of the documentary team that produced Tinig ng Paninindigan (Voice of Advocacy), which featured the 2017 UP Gawad Plaridel. The Universal Peace Federation recognizes him as a Youth Ambassador for Peace.
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