Hotel fires can spread fast, especially in large buildings with complex layouts.
The recent hotel fire in the French Alps is a reminder that basic fire safety knowledge can save lives.

1. Know Your Exits First

• Check the evacuation map when you enter a hotel room

• Locate the nearest emergency exits and staircases

• Never use elevators during a fire

  

2. Fire Extinguishers: When and How to Use Them

Fire extinguishers are for small fires only.

Use them only if the fire is contained and you have a clear exit.

How to use a fire extinguisher (P.A.S.S. method):

• Pull the pin

• Aim at the base of the fire

• Squeeze the handle

• Sweep side to side

  If the fire grows or smoke becomes heavy, stop immediately and evacuate.

3. Choose the Right Extinguisher

• Dry powder (ABC) extinguishers are suitable for most hotel fire risks

• Do not use water on electrical or flammable liquid fires

  

4. Personal Safety Comes First

• Stay low if there is smoke

• Close doors behind you to slow fire spread

• Follow hotel staff and fire authority instructions

Fire Safety Reminder

We hope fires never happen.
But simple preparation and knowing how to use a fire extinguisher can make a real difference.

Stay alert. Stay calm. Stay safe.