5 life-saving tips: How to behave correctly in a forest fire?

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Heat, drought and arson: fires continue to break out all over Europe. Greece, Spain and Italy are currently grappling with forest fires.

Here are five tips you can use in the event of a wildfire can save lives. If someone is caught in a wildfire, these tips can come in handy.

What to do if caught in a forest fire?

1. The dress should not be wet. Otherwise, you carry unnecessary weight.
2. You should put a cloth in your mouth. Thus, the smoke is not inhaled.
3. You should stay close to the ground. Smoke rises.
4. You must avoid passages and shafts. They can become deadly heat funnels.
5. The person should run towards the already burned areas. Another fire is unlikely to break out here.

Remember: Always follow the fire brigade’s instructions.

Source : Blick