A fire extinguisher is more than a tool that puts out a fire. It can be the arbiter between life or death. Putting out a fire early can mean the difference between a small, smoky mess and widespread ...

Firefighters are familiar with using hoses and master stream devices for fire attack. But there are times when these aren’t the right tools for the job or they aren’t immediately available. In these ...

Fire extinguishers are labeled with a lettering system to signify what type of fire they should be used for. Class C devices ...

A fire extinguisher isn't really a tool, but it's a must for your vehicle. Get the 23⁄4-pound dry-chemical ABC-rated type. An engine fire won't necessarily ruin your vehicle — if you can extinguish it ...

Between 2014 and 2018, US fire departments responded to more than 350,000 house fires. That accounts for more than 25% of all fires in the country. Unsurprisingly, cooking and smoking are the most ...

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SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — While a great tool in case of fires, fire extinguishers can have some repercussions if used incorrectly or malfunction. After coming in contact with the chemicals of a fire ...

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