How to deal with it correctly if you encounter a fire caused by damage to the power cord at home?
With the continuous development of science and technology, there are more and more varieties of household appliances, followed by the situation that the wire load is getting heavier and heavier. In this regard, many people have many disadvantages in dealing with damaged wires. Today I will tell you how to deal with damage to wires that cause a fire.
First analyze the situation, and if the situation permits, cut off the power in time to isolate the combustible area.
When a fire occurs due to aging wires, don't shout and panic, but try to be as calm as possible.
The insulation capacity of electrical equipment in the fire zone will be reduced due to moisture or smoke. When disconnecting the switch, be sure to use insulating tools.
When cutting the wires, pay attention that the wires of different phases should be cut in a misplaced position to prevent a sudden short circuit in the line.
If an electrical fire occurs at night, while cutting off the power supply, try to consider the issue of temporary lighting. Doing so will be very helpful for fighting the fire.
If the situation is serious and the power supply department needs to cut off the power supply: contact in time, report the specific situation accurately, and ask about the precautions of what to do if the cable catches fire.
Cut off the faulty wire near the wire support point on the side of the power supply to prevent the wire from falling to the ground after being cut, causing an electric shock or short circuit.
The above are some simple explanations of how to deal with a fire if the power line is damaged. The first choice to avoid it is to choose a safe cable and solve them from the root cause.
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