Modern commercial buildings are outfitted with some technically advanced lifesaftey features. For example, in our building, in the case of a fire, or false alarm, elevators stop on the first floor, doors to elevator lobbies close, stair doors unlock and the stairs are pressurized. A/C units shut off, airflow stops in some places and evacuates in others.
Today there was a fire alarm on the 12th floor of our building. I happened to be there at the time and was amazed at the number of people who did not respond. Others were confused about where the stairs were and why doors were closed. Some climbed down the stairs to the managment office to inquire tenant services to see if the alarm was real.
Yes modern buildings have excellent suppression systems too, but if you want to live and not get wet, you'd best get out of the building.
Also, don't smoke in bathrooms. Life safety sensors can mistake the plume from a cigarette for a real fire.
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