Why should wet towels be hung on the door handle in hotels?

In hotel fires, the biggest threat is not burns but smoke inhalation, which causes more deaths.

Oxygen deprivation, shortness of breath, and weakness occur due to smoke inhalation.
Toxic gases like carbon monoxide damage the respiratory tract, leading to suffocation.
Severe cases can result in convulsions, unconsciousness, or even death.
Maintaining room humidity
A wet towel on the doorknob can also help maintain moisture in the room.

Air conditioning in hotel rooms makes the air dry.
A wet towel gradually evaporates, increasing humidity and making breathing more comfortable.
A simple habit with big benefits
Hanging a wet towel on the doorknob is an easy yet effective precaution. It takes just a few minutes but could be life-saving in an emergency.