What should I do first after a house fire?
Make sure everyone is safe, then call your insurance company, get the house boarded up and tarped, and photograph everything before it is moved. Our first 24 hours checklist covers each step in order.
General information, not advice for your specific policy or property. Updated October 2026.
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