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Carrying a suitable fire extinguisher in your vehicle may help you to put out a small fire.
If you suspect a fire in the engine compartment
Remember, fire can spread through a vehicle with alarming speed.
If you notice a strong smell of petrol, don’t ignore it – alert the emergency services to it when they arrive.
Some incidents involve a vehicle hitting overhead cables or electrical supplies to traffic bollards, traffic lights or street lights. Check before trying to get someone out of a vehicle in such cases.
Don’t touch any person who’s obviously in contact with live electricity unless you can use some non-conducting item, such as a piece of dry wood, plastic or similar – anything wet shouldn’t be used. You mustn’t try to give first aid until electrical contact has been broken.
A person can also be electrocuted simply by being too close to a high-voltage overhead cable. Contact the provider (their telephone number may be shown on a nearby pole), then follow their advice.