WHAT TO DO AFTER THE FIRE

2/1/2021 (Permalink)

What to do After the Fire

Cautions

• Household wiring which may have been water damaged should be checked by a licensed electrician before power is turned back on.
• Check for structural damage caused by the fire as roofs and floors may be weakened. The local Council's Building Inspector may be able to help.
• Food, drink and medicines exposed to heat, smoke or soot may be discarded in the appropriate manner.
• Refrigerators and freezers left unopened will hold their temperature for a short time. However do not attempt to refreeze thawed items.
• Fire and Rescue NSW will call for the services of the local gas, fuel and electricity suppliers to disconnect services before they leave the site.
• If a utility (gas, electricity or water) is disconnected, it is your responsibility to have the services checked and reconnected by a licensed trade person. Do not attempt to reconnect the service yourself.
• Start collecting receipts for any money you spend. These are important because you can use them to show the insurance company what money you have spent relating to your fire loss and also verifying losses claimed.

https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=312

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