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Durham County Emergency Services

Stop Drop and Roll

What is Stop, Drop, and Roll?

It is a fire safety technique to help individuals extinguish flames on their clothing in case of a fire. This simple procedure can prevent serious burns and injuries.

Steps to Follow

  1. Stop
    • If your clothes catch fire, immediately stop what you are doing. Running can cause flames to spread.
  2. Drop
    • Drop to the ground to prevent flames from reaching your face and to minimize the area of your body that is exposed to fire.
  3. Roll
    • Roll over and over, or back and forth, to smother the flames. Use your arms to cover your face and keep your hands aways from the fire.