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Which Extinguisher for Cooking Oil Fire?

Published in Fire Safety 1 min read

For a cooking oil fire, you need a Class K fire extinguisher.

Class K extinguishers are specifically designed for fires involving cooking oils and fats. They contain a special chemical that cools the oil and prevents reignition.

Traditional water-based extinguishers can actually make the fire worse by spreading the burning oil.

Here are some other important things to remember:

  • Never use water on a grease fire.
  • Keep a Class K fire extinguisher in your kitchen.
  • Know how to use it properly.
  • If the fire is too large, evacuate the building and call the fire department.

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