Lifesaving demonstration to safely escape a house fire l ABC News

ABC News' Matt Gutman suits up in protective gear and demonstrates what to do to raise chances of getting out of a burning house alive.
#ABCNews #FirePrevention #LiveOnGMA

[@softenbysam]

I'm a firefighter, and this is a great thing for people to see. It sorta puts in to perspective just how quickly a little fire can kill someone from the amount of smoke that builds up, from heated air, etc.

[@primarymedworks]

Seán O'Dingler But what about us parents that are scared to close our kids’ doors??

[@alejandromansfield6867]

Katia L F u don’t have to lock it, or take their lock awag

[@Viggggggr]

Seán O'Dingler how about you live in a apartment and all your smoke detectors are expired 1999 is the date made told the manager they said no they don’t ( clearly they do it’s common sense ) can I call my local fire dept and report this ?

[@nicholasperry2591]

Pie 4life you can always have your local fire department come do a detector inspection, I’ve been on a few of these with my dad and his crew and most cases they replace batteries or the whole unit if need be at no charge

[@AlevanthShots]

Agree. As a firefighter as well, the importance of closing doors especially in the fire room is key. It’s just like putting a lid on a candle. Made a house fire about a year ago where a lady closed the door where a fire had started and we put it out with a water can (extinguisher). Her closing the door saved the room and possibly her whole upstairs floor.

[@PauwerFurry]

As a firefighter I would like to add to anyone reading, if your window is on the ground floor, don’t throw stuff out your window and stay, just climb out the window. Only do what was described here if you are not on the ground floor, and can’t safely drop from the window.

[@da_poopoo_dealer3152]

Im takin broken legs over being killed by fire im jumping anyways

[@Rechee21]

@@da_poopoo_dealer3152 😭

[@calvertracing7732]

Thank you as a volunteer firefighter myself I was watching this thinking why throw stuff out the window crawl out of it if it’s ground level

[@haleykovach2730]

I was also wondering the same thanks for clarifying that!

[@kayengvang342]

This correct it❤

[@chucklewis6838]

Nice job. We need to be reminded, sometimes graphically.

[@IamtheNight99]

I always use such graphic imagery to educate. Like with this: www.watchdominion.com

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Very true and good point...

[@tom_something]

There's some stuff in here that I've never been told before. So useful.

[@hailtotheredskins3133]

7:10 - “Look how far it’s shot the windows away” 6:13 - Firefighter clearly pulling the windows out... 💀

[@zavus540]

Hail to the Redskins do u really think that he saw them pulling them out? He probably thought it was because of the fire

[@afineproduction3745]

He wouldn’t know that if he was inside at the time. Also fire can blow a window out like that if it has enough force

[@xjcrossx]

Guys, obviously the reporter did not see it, but it was still funny that he made a comment like that after we had just seen the firefighter take the window out.

[@Tre._2X]

I see a 2 sensitive ass snowflakes in the comments🤔

[@cardboardboxman6345]

Tre ._2X man you’re stupid

[@mrobsolete530x4]

As a firefighter I'm really impressed by how well he controls his breathing with the SCBA on

[@marynelson3094]

So scary, and makes me hurt for those that have passed away in this manner. 🥺

[@chickwitthagoodies]

Ikr

[@Djpony5000]

I saw a aftermaths of too fire near my house now I realize just how important you fire fighters are thank you with tears in my eyes thank you

[@sneepsnorp1404]

Ever since I got a house, I've had a fire plan to get all my animals out safely in a short period of time. This had got me thinking about doing another drill soon.

[@SAMMIsLIFE]

Same here, I have so many animals tho 😣, 10 cats, a dog, snakes, and other small pets. I have a plan to let the dog run out the front door and shove all the cats in their carriers, and try to shove some of the small pets in their carriers too. It's scary to even think about.

[@samuelking1775]

I promise you. Once we get there we will go in and get them. We can replace animals, prized possessions etc. But we cannot replace you. Even tho it is hard to let them go you have to

[@SAMMIsLIFE]

@@samuelking1775 im sorry did u just say we can replace animals? Um NO, they are living beings just as we are, they cannot be replaced. Sure u can adopt another dog, but that wont be the same dog as the one u lost, ur friend that you've had for YEARS. And by that logic u can also just have another baby 🙄.

[@samuelking1775]

They may be living beings but we can still replace them. You can live without them you can’t live without you

[@samuelking1775]

SAMMIsLIFE They may be living beings but we can still replace them. You can live without them you can’t live without you

[@TwistedTea01]

I'm a volunteer firefighter and the other day I got called out to a small structure fire, it was a small shed with a car in it. I didn't have a air pack on and just breathing in that air for a split second made me feel sick. So my advice is get out as fast and safely as possible. Leave your belongings behind. Us firefighters hate going in to a burning building and finding people who didn't make it.

[@forsaken318]

why TF didnt you have your pack on?! this is why career fire fighters don't take volunteers seriously. I would never think about being on a working fire scene without ALL of my gear. Do better

[@catalinacurio]

Every parent should watch this, local fire stations hold courses. 👏👏👏💖💖💖

[@averageamericatard2710]

But if I leave my phone how do I call fire department

[@paintballgaming1090]

Soviet Troop Neighbors house

[@soup5344]

*Signal Flare*

[@averageamericatard2710]

Who tf keeps a signal flare

[@Luke_]

@@averageamericatard2710 You sure are a bit of an idiot aren't you?

[@user-kd9qk7ij2j]

For me our home phone saved our house for sure because I had noooo clue where my cell was 😬

[@mmartinezPhysics]

1:20 " --Luke-- Matt, I'm your --father-- cameraman !"

[@ghostbalone6433]

M ?

[@mmartinezPhysics]

@@ghostbalone6433 The *breath* is strong with this one!

[@izzymiler6974]

Hilarious

[@MegaGameFan100]

underrated comment....I didn't hit the like button...but still underrated.

[@dianajohnson5036]

What about if you live in a 10 story seniors , disabled building

[@rebeccaparker1982]

Frequent fire drills, good luck and God bless.

[@zacharyflores2317]

It Depends on how many seniors live in their

[@zavus540]

Well don’t be a senior

[@ThisaraGamalath]

I guess you're fucked😬🤔

[@JuanCarlosV891]

It was your time then mate nothing you can do about it.

[@user-ob1zg5rz8r]

Just let you guys know the cameraman Steve didn't wear any protections.

[@lilengine21man]

He did a phenomenal job educating, reporting and remaining calm simultaneously!!! I tip my hat and will definitely use this as training families. One aspect missed was families having a specific meeting place on the street once they are out and to not go back in. Just had a fire tonight where a person was burned because after he/she got everyone out he/she went back in to put the fire out themsef and possibly suffered 3rd degree burns.

[@Abs0lut3Cyner]

Damn this actually taught me a lot about fire safety. I always keep my doors closed at night but sometimes I keep it open a crack so my cat can come in and out. Definitely keeping it shut now.

[@rdelamadrid]

So if you're in the bedroom in this demonstration that has the door shut, why don't you just climb out the window and get out?

[@chels1542]

Well sometimes your not in a single story home it’s a long way down

[@rdelamadrid]

@@chels1542 agreed but it wasn't even suggested as an option for those situations when it could have been feasible. That seems odd.

[@mrdavman13]

@@rdelamadrid some actual firefighters mentioned that if you’re on the ground floor just get our immediately. Don’t stay inside. But if you’re on the second floor do what he said make it known you’re there. I think that nuance just escaped him in the moment.

[@Words-of-encouragement.-.]

@@mrdavman13 Nah...this advice doesn't become relevant (to able-bodied people) until it's 3rd floor or greater. I would *DEFINITELY* jump from a second-story window to escape a fire!

[@jinglinzuo9580]

It's a great demonstration. I learned some really useful tips about escaping from a fire. doors are important for delaying the fire and smoke. Never open a door when the doorknobs are hot. An important tip is that you should also keep the windows shut in case it accelerates sucking the smoke in.

[@proteen545]

6:44 When you accidentally zoom in on your gun and crouch .

[@orbitalfridge1221]

matthewmmk what

[@miguelochoa2156]

Lol

[@turtsable]

What?? I watched that over and over and still questioning what you sawlol

[@nephastgweiz1022]

Lol

[@mrbleach8688]

Unfortunately nobody understands the joke *I see no intelligent life*

[@Lovley11649]

I commend anybody who wants to be a firefighter. You have to be a brave soul to do that -thank God for people like that you guys are real true heroes. Policemen, firefighters, nurses, EMTs, Veterans…even the cameraman in this video.❤

[@marymusetti5983]

this is an excellent video that give people who have not experienced a fire a realistic expectation. Excellent use of PPE during demonstration, especially by commentator and camera crew. The only thing I would have added is a timer at bottom of screen so people see how fast the fire spreads.

[@ChuckRussell87]

Great demonstration. This really shows how once a fire gets established, it expands quickly. I just worked the scenes videoing a couple of fires within the past week of 2 buildings (one very large) and it's amazing how intense a fire can get in just a short amount of time.

[@DallasStarsFan420]

"It's a thousand degrees outside that door" that is hot as balls

[@johnhernandez2534]

Thank you for this video, there should be more demonstrations like this on the news. People love to hear about crazy stories, gossip, sports and politics but I'd trade all of that for useful information like this.

[@The-Corvus]

"Do not try to fight the fire yourself" No can do, if the fire is trying burn down my house I'm throwing hands

[@TheDigDugAndBoscoFan]

I wanna show this to my children so that they know how to survive in emergencies like this

[@patricialim6816]

I know they advise you to leave your window closed due to the oxygen, but if you had a ladder, would it be advisable to get out of the building as soon as possible instead of risking being in a burning building?

[@peterwallis4288]

I really wish they had talked more about it. You can't rely on the fire fighters turning up within a few minutes, so I would get out as fast as possible. But if you are on the second floor, then you couldnt do that. Edit: I don't know anything, I'm just saying that's what I would do. I don't know if that's the right thing.

[@dylanlucas3397]

Yes, this is what window ladders are for, if you can get out, do it.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

Yes, at Grenfell Towers they told everyone to stay inside a burning high-rise. 71 people died. Get out first thing. Close does behind you, but try to unlock them first. then call 911. If you can't get out, then do everything he said.

[@JustinAbroad]

Tired this. Now my insurance won't cover it

[@ahmadsarr4277]

I guess it’s a little scary if the smoke kills you rather than the actual fire

[@haigshaigains5694]

I felt so much anxiety

[@Lili-xq9sn]

I know, I'm coughing

[@cherista]

That house is better than my house and it has a sofa. Great tips.

[@imgoodatmoaning9561]

Well it did before the fire, now no sofa.

[@joshbryant1133]

If you listen closely, you can hear the EMF "buzz" in the microphone caused by the spark gap that was used to start the fire

[@KRterrorKR123]

Ad 3 of 2 "Do you shave your balls?"

[@lt.dal94texascommand74]

Sorry to add, if you can safely get (out the window) get out!! Waiting in that room while fire is on the other side "COULD"cost you..🤔💭 👨‍🚒🧸🏀🎮🏈 🙋‍♂️💬Hope he sees me🔥

[@bramwellprice8833]

We have a 6 yo and we do home fire drills I feel it's important for the little ones

[@eddyballester8990]

Great demo. Well orchestrated. All keep safe!

[@marcomark8]

That was incredible to witness. Matt you're crazy for doing that.

[@Sapreme]

He really wasnt exaggerating when he said you had 3 minutes to get out

[@kodidane5824]

Wow! Ive only seen fires outside. I had no idea how much smoke a small fire could output so quickly. And I was really surprised when they said to close the window.

[@shortsauce]

This was very helpful! I had no idea the air had that much carbon monoxide.

[@YummyFood454]

Wow, I actually did learn a lot in this video. Hopefully it’s not something I ever have to know but if I do, at least I have more info about it if I need it.

[@jthemachine7635]

I just got rescued from a fire , felt asleep on a matress that was laying on the floor , that basically saved me , even if my door was open ... the fan running saved me too cuz it caught a lot ... im telling you all fire isnt a thing you want to happen , ive learned my lesson.

[@mickmo5242]

Why dont more people have a balcony with a fire escape ladder?

[@Lili-xq9sn]

Burglars. I'm on 4th floor. :(

[@benjaminfrankliniii9857]

My neighbours died in a house a fire. A mom, dad and 3 children

[@ti-sch]

Great job, very nice video! Greetings from the volunteer fire department Busdorf from Germany.

[@Ashley-lp7wm]

Smoke Alarm saved our lives so i know exactly how important it is

[@johnreiman297]

A standard smoke detector does not detect carbon monoxide as the reporter indicates. Also, if you can open the window and safely get out the window, get out. I worked several fires where the bedroom door(s) were closed and besides some water damage from us putting out the fire, stuff was still salvageable. It works and people should sleep with their bedroom door closed to get extra time to get oriented after get awoken by your smoke detector. It could be the difference between life and death.

[@codacNvegas]

Make sure that you have escape ladders for second story homes and upgrade your fire protection. Long story short, standard ionization alarms fail 35% in ALL fires. GMA has covered that fact a few times.

[@MrKrabs-nv3vr]

I wish this was a lesson taught in schools.

[@ViewtifulJosh388]

That smoke moves fast! That fire can stay put but that smoke reaches you fast and you're gone.

[@giselleremolina6862]

Great demostration

[@cmdrriotz5283]

My biggest pet peeve is when people don't change the batteries on their smoke detector. 100% irresponsible, especially if other people live in the building too.

[@potts4450]

7:09 look how far the fire blew the windows.... we literally just watch a firefighter rip those off

[@TATERxTOT]

This gave me anxiety, stay safe yall

[@vpronxtv7119]

When your in your room go out the window don’t just stand next to a window when you can easy get outlol

[@samuelking1775]

vPronx TV wrong! It is our job to cone in and get you. Opening a window gives the fire more oxygen which will make it burn hotter and faster. At a fire scene be want to either take the oxygen away from the fire, or take the fuel away. NEVER leave a window open.

[@philliesreject]

Not wrong if your able to escape the dwelling most certainly do so only shelter in place if its part of an emergency plan in your apartment building or instructed to do so or you cant safely escape

[@paintballgaming1090]

Samuel King If you can get out get out there’s no point waiting for someone if you can rescue yourself

[@joscythe556]

@@samuelking1775 I disagree. Well if you only have smoke in your room but no fire then opening the window won't harm much, it will just draw in a bit more smoke, but once you're out that doesn't really matter. On the other hand if you have fire in your room and you can safely get out the window, then you should still do it, assuming the room hasn't flashed over yet. If it's flashed over already you'll draw the fire out through the window and roast yourself. But if it hasn't flashed over yet you should be able to get out safely. Also who cares if the room burns hotter, as long as everybody got out safely.

[@dustjunky2000]

So... 1. Open window 2. Get out 3. Close window

[@AviationFun737]

Oh my gosh, the smoke is really bad! That is what is scary!

[@gregorybentley5707]

"look how far it shot the windows away!" Windows just got vented by the other guy lol

[@spoiler539]

Things like this are very scary, and I should know because 2 days ago someone set fire to a toilet paper roll in my school’s bathroom by the cafeteria. The fire alarm didn’t go off, because there are fire alarms in the bathroom, but no detectors or sprinklers. The fire was quickly extinguished, but more than 1400 people at my school could have been hurt. The fire burned the plastic wall in between two of the stalls, and my chorus room is behind the bathroom, so some smoke got into the chorus room. When I got there, it still had the smell 5 hours later after the fire.

[@allencameron6151]

STEVE! Solid work, brother!

[@kayseevillegas1201]

I got upset when he put his hood on before his mask🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@thomasfletcher4765]

Mask first then hood ( otherwise improper seal around mask )

[@markdittrich2707]

Thanks for Great Video 👍👍😊😊

[@dylanlucas3397]

Lot of good information here, but why would I leave the window closed when I could easily crawl through it and escape?

[@LS-kh6zf]

Thank you soo much for doing that live))) God bless all the firefighters for risking their lives for us

[@eitansegev]

the invincible cameraman

[@Joshua.2433]

Could you wrap yourself with a very very damp blacket while moving out? Or it wont work?

[@codacNvegas]

Just get out, stay low, use your shirt to cover your nose if possible. Finding and then wetting a towel or blanket takes too much time.

[@anthonygraika3651]

Why did they have there SCBA’s on so early? I Know they aren’t gonna use a lot of air but it’s still good to learn air management before and even after a fire. That’s what I was trained on atleast. Buh either way. As a firefighter I like this demo of live fire.

[@CaseyGpdx]

Does getting rid of the knob and tube help with fires

[@samuelking1775]

NFPA states you should never take your SCBA off even if you are outside of a Dwelling/Structure fire as carcinogens can still be in the air

[@joscythe556]

Yeah, decon first if possible

[@xttt503]

Why in the world would you stay in a room if the window opens and you can flee outside easily????

[@firefighterprodigy]

GameritzComedy that’s the only thing in this video that killed me. The last thing you want to do conscious is stay in the house. Even if you’re on the second floor, you’re better off jumping especially if you have local volunteer fire departments. The response time will be longer and by the time they arrive, you’ll be a big pile of ash.

[@xttt503]

FirefighterProdigy Facts! 🗣

[@soup5344]

"In just a minute we are gonna light this on fire." Reasonable Newscast.exe has stopped unexpectedly

[@adjohnson9897]

Excellent segment, Thank you!

[@therealjamarican06]

So I’m gonna throw my bear out the window but stay inside. Wtf??!! I’m out the fucking window before a toy!! Unless it’s more than one story I understand but for a single story that’s just stupid.

[@TheSouthIsHot]

When I was in my early 20s, my cat knocked one of those big boxes of large matches off the top of the microwave that was on a stand a couple of inches from the wall. The box of matches fell between the microwave and the wall. During the split second before the box hit the ground, the lid slid off partially; matches spilled out; and the friction created when the matches got between the wall and the strike strip on the outside of the box ignited the matches. I was sitting in the living room and could see into the kitchen when it happened. The moral of my story is don't leave a box of matches out ANYWHERE. Store them in a drawer immediately after using them. Especially if you own a cat. PS: I put out the fire with the kitchen fire extinguisher. The only damage was soot stains on the wallpaper. When we're in our early 20s we can move FAST!

[@paintballgaming1090]

I think he forgot to make a proper seal on his mask

[@Acepilot235]

Spotted that too huh?

[@paintballgaming1090]

@@Acepilot235 Yeah it was hard to miss lol

[@johnschaefer124]

I’m just confused as to why he said open the window to throw something out or alert firefighters... why not just climb out through the fucking window?

[@patricialim6816]

Most people sleep on the second storey so it wouldn’t be realistic. But I’d get out with a ladder for sure

[@davidvalesano3798]

That Was Pretty Cool Demonstration

[@dat3m337]

Omg poor house

[@notablesquid968]

You di know it was just a demo house right?

[@ambzvillain410]

What should you do if you can't call 911 (you don't have your phone handy and you're stuck in your bedroom? And jumping out of the window is not an option, so if I can't open the door to escape, am I doomed?

[@ien123_]

most likely.

[@liss8481]

Maybe youtube shouldn't put ads before these type of videos. Me: hey fire, wait a sec so i can learn how to escape you fire: yeah sure

[@CaptArgo24]

*"light it up"*

[@samanthajo1987]

Wow! Great video!

[@monvalleytruth5111]

So easy to talk about it till your in that situation. Myself as a firefighter we train to keep calm an strategize while in the middle of the thick of it but it’s a different story breathing in the gases an feeling the heat period it should be taught atleast once a week In home an At school or businesses

[@outtahereprod]

Is it legal for an apartment to only have 1 (barely working) smoke detector? It's also two stories. I am not aware it there is any other because I only see one. I'm in south eastern NM if that helps.

[@KathrynsWorldWildfireTracking]

No. Needs to be in all bedrooms, living room, kitchen, basements. I don't know of any state that doesn't require these basics. Exceptions (where you SHOULD have detectors, but aren't generally legally-required,) are bathrooms, laundry rooms, and garages. Bathrooms have heaters, curling irons, etc. (Since laundry-room fires are incredibly common - worth the investment. Same for garages...lots of gasoline in lawn mowers, vehicles, paints, varnishes, etc.) Get a "smart" smoke alarm for rooms where you are unlikely to hear them. (Kind that texts you or alerts you via Alexa or your phone, or auto-dials fire department.) Attics really need them too. In old buildings, there's few fire-stops in the walls. An old structure basement fire's first destination is usually up the walls, straight into an attic. Long before it reaches the 1st floor.

[@SAMMIsLIFE]

Scarey.. I need to replace the batteries in our smoke alarms, I'm embarrassed to say, but NONE of the fire alarms in our house work rn, only thing we have that works is a Carbon monoxide detector. As for an escape plan, my plan is always to just climb out onto the roof if we're upstairs or of course run out through the front or back door if we're downstairs. We have lots of animals tho 😣, so I would try to save all my babies.

[@Kenzofeis]

Avoid alcaline batteries, they lose the charge quite suddenly at the end, the "battery low" warning is short before it is no good anymore

[@SAMMIsLIFE]

@@Kenzofeis thanks, we'll get different ones 👍

[@Lili-xq9sn]

My friend died in a home fire a few years ago. Firefighters said none kg her smoke detectors had batteries in them. They found her at the front door but she couldn't get out in time.

[@williamjacksebastian]

Why not just escape though the window (when he's saying to keep the windows closed)

[@rylekittenhouse2816]

Once you open the window all the thick black deadly smoke that your going to breath in while going out that window will flood past you and can cause bad things to happen.

[@rylekittenhouse2816]

The smoke from the other rooms are usually coming outside and they will usually be lurking around the area and your vulnerable to it if you're exposed

[@Kenzofeis]

Gases from some burning synthetics are very toxic, some is like nerve gas

[@DefinitelyNotAnOsprey]

Make sure to feel the door/doorknob with the back of your hand! A singed hand is no good in a house fire.

[@nathandeal8253]

Well if i had a window that’s close to the ground (within 10 feet), I’d just get out that way.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

I'm on the 4th floor, yikes

[@nathandeal7425]

@@Lili-xq9sn You don’t have a escape staircase or anything

[@tastytacos844]

Wait did he seriously just say stay in the room with the rest of the home burning? That's insane 😲

[@joscythe556]

Well of course not if you live on the first floor like in this case, then just climb out through the window. But if this was on the third floor or higher where you couldn't get out through the window, then waiting and calling for help is the best idea. If you try to get out through the smoky hallway you most probably won't make it. Also you should close the doors behind you. Not lock them but close them, so smoke and fire don't spread.

[@Lili-xq9sn]

@@joscythe556 good point about unlocking them, but keeping them closed.

[@aze101]

@@joscythe556 that's why homes should always have ladders attached in the windows , I don't understand why countries dont impose that , where I live it's the first floor appartement like house ALL widows have steal cage ( to protect kids and introdures). why doesn't the gov inforce a design where you can have those steal cage removed from the inside and a ladder on the wall between the inside and the window is beyond me.

[@rebeccaparker1982]

There are stickers you can place on your bedroom windows to alert fireman of rooms to check , minutes can save lives.Also use the back of your hand when checking doors and knobs for heat, save those fingers from burns so that they can help you.

[@joscythe556]

Chances are we won't be able to spot a sticker in thick smoke, on our knees

[@brandonvenditti]

We don't look for, nor can we see those stickers.

[@peterwallis4288]

@@joscythe556 stickers on the windows, I guess he meant

[@beans9499]

What do you do if your child is another room ? Someone please answer

[@nex9868]

If only I knew this was a thing before there actually was a house fire. Well I didn’t die but what I did was still kinda stupid.

[@sssc19]

How do I find a catch fire on the couch can you tell me something in the couch because of the fire log that is rubbing to

[@nanaonetv5517]

why shouldn't i break the window in my bedroom and evacuate from the building? and if 911 delays can i evacuate through the window? any explanation pls

[@scarlettscott3023]

Me:watching this Bc I’m scared of lighting lol

[@bohemoth1]

Years ago most of the New York City Firefighters didn't use the Scott Air Packs.

[@geopolitics777]

Yeah, don't jump out a one-story window --- let's wait until the fire dept gets there! LOL

[@jordanlcarroll]

Good to know.

[@thrillscapevlogs6850]

I would just open the nearest window to me and go out that way

[@conservative.republicans.u7677]

Yes

[@joscythe556]

That's not wrong, just close it after you get out.