Fires at home and in public spaces can cause severe, life-threatening injuries. Exposure to flames, heat, smoke and loud explosions can damage the respiratory tract, burn the skin and injure the eyes and ears. Knowing basic first-aid measures, avoiding harmful home remedies and seeking timely medical attention can help prevent complications.

Vinod Kumar Menon speaks to Dr Ketan Vagholkar, Professor of Surgery at Dr D Y Patil Medical College, about essential precautions and first-aid measures during fire emergencies.