When a crashed vehicle starts to catch fire, what should be done first?

Correct answer

Quickly remove the injured people.

When a crashed vehicle starts to catch fire, the priority is the safety of the occupants, especially if there are injured people inside. As a general rule, injured people should not be moved unless absolutely necessary. It is preferable to wait for specialised help, as professionals will be able to remove the injured safely during rescue operations, such as cutting the bodywork or removing the doors. There are exceptional situations in which it is essential to remove injured people from the vehicle to protect their lives. These include: Risk of fire: If there is a high risk that the crashed vehicle will catch fire, the injured must be removed quickly to prevent burn injuries. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation: When cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required to save an injured person's life, they must be removed from the vehicle so that it can be performed effectively. Recovery position: When the injured person needs to be placed in the recovery position, they must be removed from the vehicle carefully.