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Fire & Evacuation

Use these phrases to alert others, follow evacuation instructions, and make sure everyone gets out safely during an emergency.

Key Phrases

Voice
Alerting others · 2 ways to say it

Fire! Everyone get out right now!

casual

Use to quickly warn people in a dangerous situation.

There is a fire! We need to leave the building.

neutral
Calling for help · 2 ways to say it

Can somebody call 911 right away?

neutral

US: The emergency number in the United States.

Can somebody call 999 right away?

neutral

UK: The emergency number in the United Kingdom.

Leaving belongings · 2 ways to say it

Leave your stuff, just go!

casual

Please leave all your bags behind and exit safely.

polite

Used by building staff or security to give clear instructions.

Asking for the exit · 2 ways to say it

Where is the nearest fire exit?

neutral

Which way is out?

casual
Directing to the exit · 2 ways to say it

Take the stairs, do not use the elevator.

neutral

US

Take the stairs, do not use the lift.

neutral

UK

Giving safety advice

If you see smoke, stay close to the floor.

neutral
Asking about the assembly area · 2 ways to say it

Where are we supposed to meet outside?

casual

Where is the official assembly point?

neutral
Checking on others

Has everyone made it out of the room?

neutral
Offering help

Do you need help getting down the stairs?

neutral

Practice Dialogue

Office Worker
Is that the fire alarm? I thought it was just a test.
Floor Warden
No, it's real. Leave your stuff and get out quickly.
Office Worker
Right. Should we take the elevator?
Floor Warden
No, use the stairs. It is much safer.
Office Worker
Okay. Where are we supposed to meet outside?
Floor Warden
By the front parking lot. Has everyone made it out?
Office Worker
I think so. I'll help Sarah get down the stairs.
Floor Warden
Good. I'll check the rest of the floor and call 911.

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