What is what to do when fire alarm goes off in apartment building?

Here's what to do when a fire alarm goes off in your apartment building:

1. Immediate Actions:

• Assess the Situation: Before doing anything, quickly try to determine if there's an obvious fire. Look, listen, and smell for smoke or fire.
• Feel the Door: Before opening your apartment door, feel it with the back of your hand. If it's hot, do not open it. A fire is likely on the other side.

2. If the Door is Cool:

• Open the Door Carefully: Open the door slowly and be prepared to close it quickly if you see smoke or flames in the hallway.
• Check the Hallway: If the hallway is clear of smoke and fire, proceed to the nearest fire%20exit.
• Close Doors Behind You: As you exit, close all doors behind you to help contain the spread of fire.

3. Evacuation:

• Use the Stairs: Never use the elevator%20during%20a%20fire. Use the stairs.
• Stay Low: If there is smoke, stay low to the ground, where the air is cleaner. Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth if possible.
• Proceed to the Assembly Point: Once outside, go to the designated assembly%20point for your building. This allows building management and firefighters to account for everyone.

4. If You Cannot Evacuate:

• Stay in Your Apartment: If you cannot evacuate due to smoke or fire in the hallway, stay in your apartment.
• Seal the Door: Use towels or duct tape to seal any cracks around the door to prevent smoke from entering.
• Call for Help: Call emergency services (911 or your local emergency number) and provide your exact location (apartment number, building address). Let them know you are trapped.
• Signal for Help: If possible, go to a window and signal for help using a flashlight or brightly colored cloth.

5. Important Reminders:

• Know Your Building's Fire Safety Plan: Familiarize yourself with your building's fire%20safety%20plan, including evacuation routes and assembly points.
• Never Ignore the Alarm: Always treat a fire alarm as a real emergency.
• Do Not Re-enter: Do not re-enter the building until authorized by fire officials.