When you hear the Fire Alarm:
- Go to the nearest stairwell and EVACUATE down to three (3) floors below and enter.
- Do NOT call the Management Office. Wait for further instructions.
Upon Discovery of a Fire or Smoke:
- Call the Fire Department by dialing 911.
- Identify what is on fire.
- Give the building address and the type of building.
- Give the floor and suite number.
- Answer any questions that the fire dispatcher may ask.
- Call the Management Office at (214) 754-2988.
- Notify your Fire Warden(s).
- Close doors around the fire to contain it.
- Alert other persons nearby who may be in danger.
- Evacuate through the nearest stairwell.
Helpful Hints in the event of a real emergency:
- Know where all emergency exits are on your floor.
- Do not attempt to fight the fire.
- Do not attempt to use elevators. Use stairwells only to evacuate the building.
- If caught in heavy smoke, get low to the floor and cover your mouth and nose with a handkerchief or cloth. Take short breaths and crawl to the nearest exit.
- Remain calm.
- Move quickly across the street from the building. Proceed to the designated gathering area.