In major cities the metro is the fastest and most popular form of transport. But just one spark can lead to serious consequences.
Keep the rules for what to do in case of a fire in the subway.
It is important to report the situation to the driver via the intercom. This can be done by the passenger closest to you. However, there is no guarantee that a person under stress will contact the driver, as it is difficult to collect your thoughts and do everything according to the rules in a state of confusion.
What to do in case of a fire in a metro carriage:
- Breathe only through a handkerchief or clothing. This action should be automatic. The density of the fabric can protect you from smoke, toxic substances and ash.
- If a fire catches you in a subway car, try to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher, which is always available in each car. Fire extinguisher storage locations in metro cars are marked with special images. Find it and use the fire extinguisher in the area of the fire.
- The following will also help: thick clothing and alcohol-free drinks. Close the windows and breathe through a cloth to avoid smoke poisoning.
- If the fire gets out of control, move away from the source as far as possible, get down on the floor and wait for it to stop. Do not use the emergency brake: the train is moving at high speed and you will quickly reach a station where you can get qualified help.
- If the train stops in the tunnel, do not try to leave the train on your own, do not touch the metal carriage body and doors until the high voltage is switched off along the entire section. After the driver gives you permission to leave, open the door or break the glass with your feet, get out of the subway car and move forward along the train to the station. Walk along the track between the rails in a column, without touching the third rail (current-conductive rails) to avoid electric shock when the power is switched on.
- Use the window at the end of the subway car. There is always a window at the end of the car that can be used to get into another carriage. If the flames become uncontrollable, get to the window before the fire becomes an obstacle.
- Be especially careful when exiting the tunnel near the station, at crossings, and at switches, as an oncoming train may appear. If the train you left behind has moved and is catching up with you, take cover in a niche in the tunnel wall.
- Let children and the elderly pass. Panic can lead to forgetting the rules, so it is important to re-read them as often as possible, repeat them, and take the time to learn how to take control in a critical situation. Remember that children and the elderly are the most vulnerable metro passengers. Help them first and foremost!
