82377810https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=40EE96225F34B0E5Notification of calling 119 for helpStay calm and safe when making phone calls 1、When to call 119<div>     It’s a hot line for fires and other emergencies.Or you can report an emergency by using  “video call 119” app in smart phones.</div>2、What to say       1.Address     2.Why you need help (fires, medical services, drowning or trapped rescue..)     3.Scene situation     4.The number, location, and status of those to be rescued.     5.Contact information 3、When there’s no signal or SIM card in phones       Call 112 directly for emergencies, and dial 0 for 110 or 9 for 119 following the voice  instructions. 4、Penalty for making false calls     According to Fire Service Act article 36: any person found with making false fire, disaster, save life, emergency medical Service alarm call or dialing fire number without justified cause shall be subject to a penal sum not less than NT$3,000 and not greater than NT$15,000. [][][][]Taipei City Fire Department32253680https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=98695D0FF482572EDisaster Prevention in the Community[Iron Railings on doors and windows are like cages, obstructing the escape route in time of fire]1.　Why is it that a small fire can result in high casualties?a. Balconies and windows are installed with iron railings, and are oftentimes piled with things, which easily create a path for flame during fire.b. The interior partition is modified without approval, damaging the structure for fire prevention.c. The interior is renovated with wood or other combustible materials.d. There is only 1 escape staircase.e. During a fire, the flame spread rate, high temperature and toxic smoke generated cause difficulty in escaping and hamper firefighters from rescuing.f. Residents lack fire prevention vigilance and fire response capabilities.g. It involves a mixed-population and a lack of proper management.h. There is no fire safety equipment. 2.　Fire safety is everyone’s business a. For interior renovation, use non-combustible materials (such as concrete, bricks or fiberglass) or flame resistant materials (such as gypsum wallboard, fire retardant plywood or fire retardant fiberboard).b. Pay attention to fire safety in the living environment.c. Balconies and windows should not have iron railings installed.d. Have more than two escape routes in different directions.e. Have your own fire extinguisher and be familiar with its usage method.f. Emergency exit should not be locked.g. Have your own self escape equipment (such as soft ladder, rope, escape slide, descending device, etc.)[][][][]Taipei City Fire Department32253670https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=3144A2229FCCDAA5Lightning Strikes and RemindersCharacteristics of Lightning Strikes: <ol start="1" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When there is cumulonimbus cloud, there is a high chance of lightning and lightning strikes. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you hear the thunder 3 seconds after seeing lightning, the lightening is 1 km away; if the lightning and thunder occur almost at the same time, it means that the lightning is somewhere above. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Lightning likes to take shortcuts: isolated high-rise objects are likely strike points for lightning. </li></ol> Precautions for Lightning and Lightning Strike: 1. Outdoors: <ol start="1" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Go inside a car, room or big building immediately. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not hide under a tree or go near an isolated tall building, tower, utility pole or chimney. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not stand at a high-rise place or on top of a hill. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not enter an isolated shelter or pavilion. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you are in an open field, squat down and wrap your arms around your knees; try to reduce as much surface contact of your body with the ground as possible. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not immerse yourself in water, and keep away from the beach, swimming pool and riverside. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not wear metal accessories, and do not go near metal objects. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not use mobile phones. </li></ol>   2. Indoors: <ol start="1" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Keep away from electric wires, water taps, sinks, bath tubs, bronze objects, iron objects, etc., as they are good conductors of electricity. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not go near the doors and windows if unnecessarily. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Except for emergency purposes, do not use the telephone. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not use electrical appliances (iron, toaster, microwave, blender, etc.) and keep away from televisions and radios. </li></ol> ※Weather Enquiry Number: 166 (Mandarin); 167 (Taiwanese, Hakka, English) Weather Hotline: (02) 2349-1234 Earthquake Hotline: (02) 2349-1168 Official Websit (Chinese): <a href="http://www.cwb.gov.tw/" target="_nwMof" title="Central Weather Bureau Official Website">http://www.cwb.gov.tw</a> [][][][]Taipei City Fire Department32253660https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=CF2152D216F37D61Debris flow disaster1.    Residents residing in a potential debris flow disaster region should follow the typhoon warnings issued by Weather Bureau, and be prepared for evacuation by following the instructions of the village head, police and firefighters. 2.    When the forecast rainfall is above the rainfall threshold value for debris flow warning, the Government will issue a yellow debris flow alert,  inform and urge residents or tourists for immediate evacuation. 3.    When the actual rainfall is above the rainfall threshold value for debris flow warning, the Government will issue a red debris flow alert and force residents to evacuate to a safe location. 4.    Upon notification from the village head, firefighters, police, etc., follow their instructions and move to the designated evacuation shelter, or seek shelter at a friend’s or relative’s place. 5.    When the debris flow warning has been issued, you should first assist the elderly, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, and people with chronic diseases, etc, to evacuate the place in advance. 6.    During evacuation, follow the pre-planned route towards the evacuation shelter. If the road or bridge collapsed, fractured or if there is a flood, do not force your way through. 7.    Upon departing for the evacuation shelter, pay attention to whether your family members and neighbors are all present. 8.    After arriving at the evacuation shelter, do not return home or worry about your pets and belongings at home. 9.    You should be familiar with the designated evacuation shelter and evacuation route, and have been through the route once during the Government’s disaster prevention drill. 10.  For the latest information on debris flow, you may visit the website of the Soil and Water Conservation Bureau, Council of Agriculture. [][][][]Taipei City Fire Department32253650https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=2B97993FA736C560Things You Should Know for Disaster PreventionTyphoon and flood<OL type="1" start="1"><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When a typhoon warning has been issued, you should follow the typhoon information updates and make necessary preventive work, such as securing advertisement signboards and flower pots on balcomies, or prepare sandbags.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Typhoons may result in water supply and electricity being cut off; please stock up on clean water, dried food, flashlight, and batteries; ensure that the emergency generator is in working condition; in time of power failure, lighted candles should be put away from combustible items, to avoid causing fire.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">People living in low-lying areas should be prepared for evacuation. When a typhoon strikes, please follow the instructions of your village head, police, firefighters, and head for the temporary shelter.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Those who have a floodgate at home should install the floodgate in the correct manner before the typhoon strikes.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When a typhoon warning has been issued, mountain climbers should descend immediately and or take refuge at a safe place as soon as possible, and inform the family and friends by phone about your status.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">During the typhoon season, refrain from going to the beach or riverside, and avoid outdoor activities such as tide watching, playing in the water, fishing, stream tracing, etc.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">During typhoons, avoid going outdoors: if there is a need to, be careful of falling advertisement signboards and large scaffolding, as well as toppling street trees or utility poles.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When driving through a tunnel, pay special attention to the water level; do not forcefully pass through to prevent the car from stalling.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you encounters strong wind and rain while driving, please reduce your speed or take refuge temporarily at a safe location and switch on your warning lights.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When the typhoon warning is cleared, heavy rain normally follows. Refrain from going out unnecessarily to check on your agricultural equipment or fish farm.</LI></OL> Tsunami1. After an earthquake, pay attention to tsunami warnings and listen to any related reports at all times.2. When a tsunami warning has been issued, all sea activities such as tide watching, diving, sea fishing, fish catching, etc., should be stopped immediately, and the public should leave any region as soon as possible that may be affected by the tsunami.3. When a tsunami warning has been issued, all vessels at sea should follow the guidance of the Coast Guard Administration or Fisheries Agency, the Council of Agriculture. Big vessels are to seek refuge in the open sea, while small vessels are to pull to shore and be tightly secured; the seamen are to evacuate the vessels.4. While evacuating from a tsunami, the public should first consider nearby tall and solid buildings, or if there are none, evacuate towards inner highland.5. While evacuating from a tsunami, the public should be familiar with the evacuation route and the predetermined evacuation shelter, as well as carry along the emergency evacuation bags.6. For short distance escape, try not to travel by vehicle as it will cause traffic congestion, and if the vehicles are trapped in the tsunami, it will be more difficult to escape.7. If there is not enough time to escape when a tsunami strikes, hold on tightly to nearby solid objects in a nearby high-rise area. If the body is immersed in water, try to prevent being hit and injured by big floating objects.8. When a tsunami strikes, evacuation should be the first priority. Do not worry about your valuables or fishing boats.9. When the first wave of a tsunami subsides, do not return home or check on your fishing boat at the port immediately, as there could be a second wave of tsunami. Earthquake<OL type="1" start="1"><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Prepare an “emergency evacuation bag” during normal time and put it in an easily accessible place.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Remain calm during earthquakes, ensure your own safety and pay special attention to falling objects from above.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">During violent shaking, hide under a stable table or beside the building’s main column.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not hide under lightings or by the side of a cupboard or refrigerator during earthquake.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Immediately turn off all ignition sources, and open the door to escape when the earthquake has stopped.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not take the elevator, but escape via the staircase.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Run to an open area immediately, and keep away from signboards, trees, buildings and utility poles.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you encounter an earthquake while driving, do not brake suddenly or change lane, but reduce your speed and pull off by the side of the road.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you encounter an earthquake in a public place, keep calm and listen to the broadcast for guidance. Do not panic or push one another.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you are in a large stadium, auditorium or theatre, hide below your seat temporarily and leave the premises when the shaking stops.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">After the earthquake, check the switch of the gas, water, electricity, etc. If there is any gas leak, gently open the windows, leave the building immediately and inform the gas company.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Listen to the television or radio at all times for accurate reports of the disaster, and do not listen to rumors.</LI></OL> Nuclear accident<OL type="1" start="1"><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When a nuclear accident occurs and there is leakage of radioactive material, the Government will issue a warning and based on the amount of radiation detected or predicted, as well as the distance from the scene of accident, inform the public in the affected areas. Those who receive the notice should immediately follow the Government’s instruction in taking precautionary measures such as “evacuation” or “indoor sheltering”.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When a nuclear accident occurs, the Government will immediately inform the public of the incident through village broadcasts and various forms of media broadcast. Please do not listen to rumors or spread unauthenticated information.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Upon receiving “indoor sheltering” instruction, do not go out if you are indoors, and close the doors and windows tightly to prevent outside air from seeping in. If you are outside, return home or go to a nearby concrete building. Students in schools should return to their classrooms immediately and close the doors and windows upon hearing the warning or broadcast, and follow the instructions of the teachers.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Upon returning home, promptly change your clothing and take a shower, and wash your clothes or put them into a plastic bag for temporary storage.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Upon receiving evacuation notice, you should follow the instructions and carry your emergency evacuation bag or prepare simple luggage, turn off the gas and electricity, bring along your personal IDs and immediately proceed to your designated assembly site. You will be brought to the evacuation shelter by special transport provided by the Government.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">The school will make arrangements to bring the students to the evacuation shelter, and parents are advised not to fetch their children as it may cause traffic disorders.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you have neighbors who are elderly, pregnant women, young children or people with mobility impairments, assist them during the evacuation and contact the village head or police if you require any assistance.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Avoid consuming food or beverages that have been exposed outside. Wash vegetables or fruits thoroughly before consuming them. Food and beverages kept indoors should be safe to consume.</LI></OL> Fire<OL type="1" start="1"><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">In time of fire, you should keep calm, inform the surrounding people immediately and dial 119 to report. When reporting the case, you should provide the correct address of the fire, the floor and location of people, as well as if there are people trapped.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When entering a public place, take note of the evacuation routes first, and be sure of where the locations of the emergency exits in both directions are.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not leave a physically challenged person or children alone at home; in time of fire, assist them to escape as soon as possible.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Do not block the emergency exits or emergency escape stairs as it will impede escape.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If you encounter thick smoke while escaping, do not force your way through. Retreat to a relatively safer area, close the door, seal the door seam with clothing and wait for rescue.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">During the escape, do not worry about your clothing or home belongings, but hurry to escape. The last person to leave the premises should close the main door to prevent the fire from spreading.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">If fire occurs due to carelessness while using the gas stove, turn off the stove and the gas valve immediately and put out the fire by covering it with a pot lid or wet cloth.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">In general, most fires can be extinguished with water except for fire caused by oil or chemicals. Use dry powder or a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher instead of water to put out the fire.</LI><LI class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">When using the fire extinguisher, you should stand upwind. First remove the pin, aim the nozzle towards the base of the fire and discharge the extinguishing agent. However, if the fire is too large to put out, you should escape immediately.</LI></OL><SPAN lang="EN-US" style="FONT-FAMILY: "Times New Roman","serif"; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 新細明體; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: ZH-TW; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">To prevent fire, do not smoke in bed and keep lighters away from the reach of young children; do not connect too many plugs on the wire sockets, and dust wire sockets frequently.[][][][]Taipei City Fire Department32253640https://english.119.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=FBF398AC09FF3D6B&s=2C52411473FEDD38Emergency evacuation bag<p class="MsoNormal" style="TEXT-INDENT: -24pt; MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt 42pt; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 42.0pt">I. An emergency evacuation bag should be put in an easily accessible place at home and at the workplace. <p class="MsoNormal" style="TEXT-INDENT: -24pt; MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt 42pt; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 42.0pt">II. The essential items in the evacuation bag should be checked and replenished at least once every half year. <p class="MsoNormal" style="TEXT-INDENT: -24pt; MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt 42pt; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 42.0pt">III. The essential items are as follows: <ul type="disc"><li><ul type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Mineral water </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Food (instant noodles, biscuits, canned foods, chocolates) </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Copies of certificates (such as identity card, national health insurance card, etc.) </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Some cash, first-aid kit, commonly used medication </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Coarse cotton gloves, flashlight, radio, batteries </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Warm clothing, underwear, small blanket </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Light raincoat, warm packs, tissue paper, towel </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Stationery (notebook, pen) </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Spare keys, Swiss Army knife, whistle </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0cm 0cm 0pt; COLOR: black; VERTICAL-ALIGN: baseline; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt">Families with kids should prepare: milk powder, diapers, milk bottles </li></ul></li></ul>[][][][]Taipei City Fire Department