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Electrical Fires

Because water conducts electricity, throwing water on an electrical fire can cause the fire to get larger. Follow your family's Emergency Action Plan. If your family doesn't have one here is what to do:

  • Call 911 and tell them it is an electrical accident. Be prepared to give your address if they ask for it.
  • Alert an adult. When the victim is not in contact with the source of electricity…
  • If the fire cannot be put out safely, leave the house and do NOT go back inside.
  • Call 911 and tell them it is an electrical fire. Be prepared to give your address if they ask for it.

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