Do You Have a Fire Extinguisher in Your Home?

3/30/2020 (Permalink)

Accidents happen.  Small fires can happen at home for a variety of reasons.  Fires caused by space heaters, candles, cigarettes, or small grease fires can potentially be put out quickly using a fire extinguisher depending on its severity and size.  However, it is important that you are equipped with the proper extinguisher and the knowledge of how to properly use it. The following are 3 different types of fire extinguishers:

Type A: able to put out burning paper, wood, or fabric

Type B: works best to put our fires caused by oil, butane, or gasoline

Type C: best for electrical fires

These types may be further categorized such as a “2-A” extinguisher vs a “4-A” extinguisher. You may find that it would be best to keep more than one type in your home in order to be better prepared for any type of fire.  If you find that a fire erupts in your home that is bigger than a small grease fire, call 911 immediately.  You and your family’s safety is most important.

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