How to Report a Fire

If you discover a fire in a University of Florida building, do the following:

Pull the fire alarm and call 911.

(Remember to dial "9" first to obtain an outside line if necessary: 9-911.)

Fire alarm pull stations are normally located near each exit. If the building is not equipped with a fire alarm system, notify other occupants as you exit the building. Do not attempt to fight the fire with portable fire extinguishers or fire hoses unless the fire is small and you have been trained in their proper use. DO NOT PUT YOUR LIFE IN DANGER WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CONTROL A FIRE. When in doubt, evacuate.

Remain calm while talking to the operator. Be prepared to answer several questions as to location, size of fire, your name, number of persons in building (if known) and any injuries. Remain on the line until the operator is finished.

Meet fire or police personnel when they arrive at the building. Stand by to answer any questions they may have concerning the fire. Once out of the building DO NOT RE-ENTER THE BUILDING FOR ANY REASON, unless emergency personnel have given the "ALL CLEAR" signal.