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Housefire Preparedness

Follow these tips to stay prepared in the event of a housefire.

Before a House Fire

D.I.T.H (Exit Drills In The Home)
Make sure windows are not stuck and screens can be taken out quickly
Find 2 escape routes out of each room

During a House Fire

Crawl, exit, and call 911
Evacuate and assist others
Seal doors and vents if you are unable to evacuate
Feel the doorknob with the back of your hand before exiting

After a House Fire

Check with fire department to make sure your residence is safe to enter
LAFD will contact Red Cross if you need temporary housing, food and medicines
Do not attempt to connect utilities yourself. The fire department will assist you
Contact your insurance company for detailed instructions on protecting the property. If you are not insured, contact private organizations for aid
Maintain an inventory of damaged property and items
Save receipts for any money spent related to fire loss

Learn more about what to do in the event of a emergency

Prepared by the Los Angeles Fire Department, this Emergency Preparedness Guide has valuable information about a wide range of emergencies.

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