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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Flames are coming from the gas stove, burner, or nearby gas connection.
The essentials if you need to act right now.
Turn off gas if safe. Get out if flames stay. No switches. Call 101 outside.
What might I see? Observable signs — no diagnosis required.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Visible flames at burner, pipe, or regulator.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Roaring sound or smell of rotten eggs (added odorant in gas).
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Heat damage to hose or cylinder nearby.
Optional deeper explanation — not required to act.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Gas stove fires may involve leaking LPG or piped gas that can explode if ignited elsewhere.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Gas accumulates at floor level — it is heavier than air in LPG systems.
Check the scene before you approach.
Civilian-safe actions you can take.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Turn off all burner knobs immediately.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If safe, turn off the cylinder valve or main gas shutoff.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If flames do not stop or gas smell is strong — leave without using switches.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Evacuate everyone from the kitchen and home.
When and how to get professional help.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Turn off gas only if you can reach the valve without crossing flames. Evacuate if unsure.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 101 from outside — report gas stove fire and possible leak.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Give address and whether cylinder is inside or outside the building.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Alert neighbors to evacuate if gas smell is strong.
Dangerous actions, when not to attempt rescue, and common myths.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT switch lights, fans, or phones on inside — sparks can ignite gas.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT use water on a gas fire involving electrical components.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT attempt to move a burning cylinder.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You should open all windows and turn on the exhaust fan during a gas fire
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Electrical switches and fans can spark and ignite accumulated gas. Turn off gas if safe, evacuate, call from outside.
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CO alarm
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Your carbon monoxide detector is beeping or alarming.
CO poisoning
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — People show signs of carbon monoxide poisoning from heater, generator, or enclosed fire.
Child electrical shock
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A child has touched an electrical socket, bitten a cord, or pulled a live plug.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Leave doors open as you exit if possible — do not lock in gas.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — From a safe distance outside, call 101 and the gas company emergency line.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do not re-enter until professionals declare it safe.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Gas fires and leaks require fire service and gas company response.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Burns or inhalation symptoms need ambulance (112).
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Explosion from electrical spark near gas accumulation.