You wouldn’t use a screwdriver to hammer in a nail, and you shouldn’t put water on a grease fire. You need the right tool for the right job. But how do we know when to use each fire extinguisher in an ...

As a family gathering place and a hub for culinary creativity, the kitchen can easily become a common source of household fires. Grease fires, stovetop mishaps, and electrical malfunctions can ...

APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – With house fires tending to be more common during the holiday season, officials in Appleton are recommending residents opt for a fire extinguisher instead of a fire blanket.

Fire extinguisher training is a critical element of fire prevention, helping businesses, public institutions, and emergency personnel mitigate fire risks. This paper explores the importance of ...

At our local 4x4 club's outing last week, one of the members showed me a new fire extinguisher that he had just bought. He said it was foam and wouldn't make a mess like a dry chemical extinguisher ...

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 ...

MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — The fiery crash this week on the U.S. 60 in the East Valley has prompted conversations about safety and emergency preparedness on the road. “I think it would be a very, very ...