[2021.03.09.Tue]입이 트이는 영어 How to Evacuate in Case of a Fire

[Brainstorming] fire drill, make use how to use a fire extinguisher

 

[Speaking] Talk about a proper way to evacuate in case of a fire

When the weather gets drier, there is a higher risk of a fire breaking out. It’s important to do our best to prevent fires to begin with. But it’s also important to familiarize ourselves with what to do when a fire does occur through fire drills.

When there is a fire, you should call 119 on the double, and evacuate. As you evacuate, you should yell "fire!" at the top of your lungs to inform others. If there is a fire alarm, you should activate the alarm. If you can’t move downstairs, going to the roof is the next best thing. You should avoid the elevators and use the stairs instead. Smoke inhalation accidents are very common in fires. That’s why you should cover your nose and mouth with a wet towels. If you can’t get to safety, you should block gaps underneath doors using clothes or blankets. This is to block the inflow of harmful gases. Then, you must wait for someone to come to your rescue.

 

on the double: right away

smoke detector: 화재 감지기

 

[Pattern]

It's important to prevent fires to begin with.

I didn't need to be there to begin with. 

You didn't have to be there to begin with.

It's even important to prevent accidents to begin with.

It's more important to prevent accidents to begin with. 

 

When there is a fire, you should call 119 on the double.

Please complete the report on the double.

Finish that report on the double.

Let's get this done on the double.

 

If you can't get to safety, you should block gaps underneath doors

If it starts raining, you should get to safety immediately.

If it begins to pour, you should get to safety immediately.

 

[Dialogue]
A: Acting quickly is really important when a fire breaks out.
B: That`s right. You always have to be aware of where the fire extinguishers are.
A: In my house, it’s next to the front door.
B: That must stand out clearly.
A: But I don’t know how to use the fire extinguisher.
B: If you search online, there are lots of how to videos. You should definitely watch one.
*foyer: My fire extinguisher is at the foyer.

 

[Composition]

1. 우리는 애초부터 그리 친한 사이가 아니었다.
We were not that close to begin with.

 

2. 음식이 금방 배달되었다.
The food was delivered on the double.

 

3. 도로가 매우 미끄러워서 우리는 안전한 곳으로 대피해야 했다.
The road was so slippery that we had to get to safety.
The roads were very slippery, so we had to get to safety.

 

4. 나는 화재가 발생하면 어떻게 해야하는지 알고 있다.
I know what to do when a fire breaks out.
I know how to do if a fire breaks out.

 

5. 시작하기 전에 위험부담을 인지하는 것이 좋다.
Before starting, you should be aware of taking risks.
Before you begin, you should be aware of the risks.

 

[An extra question]

How do you think you would act if there is a fire in your building?