In case of a fire, try to extinguish it using available primary equipment based on the nature of the fire. Evacuate elderly people and small children. If there is heavy smoke, try to cover your mouth and nose with a wet handkerchief while exiting.

Report the fire properly to the Fire Control Room and provide the exact location. Wait at a main road junction to guide the fire brigade vehicle for quick and accurate access. Clear the road for the fire engine sounding its siren as it heads to the accident site.

Training provided includes precautions to prevent fires, how to tackle a fire in its initial stage using available equipment, and safety measures to take while evacuating from an accident site.

Currently, no fees are charged for this service.

"1. Technical definition of fire. 2. Technical causes of fire and classes/types of fire. 3. Technical methods of extinguishing fire. 4. Means and equipment for firefighting. 5. Various firefighting equipment, their construction and use. 6. Precautions and care to be taken in case of fire. 7. Methods and strategies for self-protection and rescuing others from fire."

The Fire Brigade's help can be sought in situations where there is a risk to life and property, and a disaster-like situation may arise. E.g., In case of fire accidents, domestic LPG gas leaks, gas leaks in general, drowning or water entrapment incidents, trees fallen due to storms obstructing traffic, dangerous trees, and flood situations.

"1. Firefighting services. 2. Disaster rescue and relief services. 3. Disaster control and management services. 4. Standby duty of fire vehicles for events. (Paid service) 5. Firefighting rescue and relief training. 6. Primary / Final No Objection Certificates for high-rise building construction permits."

1. Report the fire by calling the toll-free number 101.

"1. Provide the address and information about the nature of the fire. Mention nearby landmarks. State your name and phone number. 2. If possible, stay at the incident site. Guide the fire engine to the location."

"1. Definition and information about disasters. 2. Types of disasters. 3. General causes of disasters and remedial measures. 4. Self-protection methods during disasters. 5. Modern and updated tools, equipment used in disasters and their usage. 6. General precautions to prevent disasters."

" Solapur Fire Brigade Fire Station - Address Telephone No. Sr. No. Fire Station Name Telephone No. 1. Ravivar Peth, Main Fire Station, Solapur - 0217 2740364 2. Ravivar Peth, Main Fire Station, Solapur- 101 3. Bhavani Peth, Fire Station, Solapur - 0217 2740367 4 Savarkar Maidan, Fire Station, Solapur - 0217 2740368 5 MIDC Akkalkot Road, Fire Station, Solapur - 0217 2740366 6. Hotgi Road, Fire Station, Solapur - 0217 2740389 "

"Submit the application with necessary documents during office hours at the Administrative Office located in the Fire Station at Ravivar Peth, which houses the Fire Brigade Headquarters."