My Car Is On Fire — What Should I Do?
- Don’t panic.
- Determine if it’s smoke or steam.
- Pull off the road immediately.
- Unlock power door locks — in case electricity quits.
- Turn the ignition OFF — to shut off fuel pump and spark plugs.
- Pull the hood release — so firefighters can put out fire.
- Get everyone out of the car.
- Call the fire department.
- Leave the sunroof, windows and doors closed.
- Don’t open the hood — starve the fire of oxygen.
- Don’t fight the fire yourself. Water won’t put out gasoline or electrical fires. Only TYPE B and TYPE C fire extinguisher. Dry chemical is most effective, but leaves corrosive residue.
- If the fire is under the car: Get out and stay away. The gas tank could explode.