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Missouri Car Crash Fires Part 2: What Should You Do If Your Car Is On Fire?

In "Missouri Car Crash Fires, Part 1: Avoiding Preventing Automotive Fires", our Kansas City car accident lawyers discussed the causes and prevention of automobile fires. But, what should you do if your car is on fire?

First of all, don't panic. Smoke doesn't always mean fire, but it does mean something is wrong. If you see smoke or steam or smell an unusual odor, pull over and stop the car. If you continue driving, the movement of the car will add air to the possible fire. Adding air causes fires to grow.

If possible, look for a place to stop that is away from other people, cars and buildings. This will help keep bystanders safe.

Get yourself and all passengers out of the car.

Move away from the vehicle and call for help.

In general we don't advise people to put out car fires on their own. However, everyone should carry a fire extinguisher in their glove box. Get one that is rated ABC for all types of fires.

You can try using the extinguisher if the fire is small and it is located in the interior of the car. You can also try smothering the fire by closing all the doors and windows.

If the smoke is coming from under the hood, you can try popping the release for the hood without opening it. Stand away from the vehicle and aim the extinguisher through the small gap where the hood has been popped.

If the smoke is coming from the rear of the car near the gas tank, get away from the car. Call for help and let the 911 operator know that you are dealing with a potential car fire.

The Kansas City car accident lawyers at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys represent car accident victims throughout Missouri and Kansas. If you have been injured in a MO car fire caused by an accident, contact our office. You may be eligible for compensation for your injuries and other losses. To learn more about filing a Missouri accident claim, download a copy of our free guide, 10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim.

If you have been injured in a car fire caused by a faulty car component, our Kansas City car accident lawyers can tell you if you have a product liability claim against the maker of your vehicle.

You can learn more about car fires in our articles: "Missouri Car Crash Fires, Part 3: Treatment of Burn Injuries", and "Missouri Car Crash Fires Part 4: Types of Burn Injuries."

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