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Fires at home 

Prevention and autoprotection

Pedro Gomes nº19;


Ricardo Fernandes nº20;
Ricardo Costa nº21;
Tiago Pinheiro nº25;
Tiago Martins nº26;
Most fires at home occur due to problems with the
power grid, gas network or heat sources. IN CASE OF FIRE, CALL 112
BE CAUTIOUS.  IMMEDIATELY OR THE FIRE
The best way to avoid fires is prevention: DEPARTMENT IN THE AREA.

Heat sources
Electricity grid   Do not dwell on heaters
 Move the heaters away from furniture

 Don't bring water closer to electrical installations. There is


danger of getting electrocuted
 Replace electrical wires in poor condition

Gas grid The kitchen is where many fires originate.


 Never leave the house with the stove or water heater on
 Periodically review the pipes
 Do not leave gas-connected appliances near open windows
 If you notice any gas leakage, immediately call a qualified
technician. … if the fat from the frying pan ignites:
 If you smell of gas: do not make any kind of flame; close the - turn off the gas immediately
counter safety and reducer shut-off valves

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