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Can fire smoke damage my eyes?

Exposure to smoke on any level can cause irritation to your eyes. Symptoms such as burning sensations, redness, and tearing

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Can fire extinguisher dust be cleaned from carpet?

Yes. You can wash the carpet, clean the upholstery and curtains, and even scrub off the resilient dry powder stains

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How do I clean my dryer vent to prevent fires?

Clean the lint filter before and after each load of laundry. Don’t forget to clean the back of the dryer

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How do I clean furniture after a fire?

To remove soot and smoke from walls, furniture and floors, use a mild soap or detergent or mix together 4

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What is the powder in a fire extinguisher?

Monoammonium phosphate, ABC Dry Chemical, ABE Powder, tri-class, or multi-purpose dry chemical is a dry chemical extinguishing agent used on

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What are some of the main causes of fire?

Fires are mainly caused from dried leaves, faulty electrical wiring or equipment, unattended stoves and ovens, unattended candles, children playing

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What should I do if I am on fire?

STOP! Moving or running feeds air to the flames and worsens the fire. DROP to the floor—if you stand up,

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How do you put out fires without an extinguisher?

You can use sand or dirt to put out small fires. Never use water on an oil fire, because water

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What are the signs of an electrical fire?

Circuit breaker keeps tripping, persisting burnt smell with no identifiable source, several discolored or charred outlets and switches, or you

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Can I put out an electrical fire with water?

No! Water conducts electricity and can deliver a potentially deadly electric shock. If the fire is from an appliance and

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What types of fires are not extinguishable by water?

Electrical fires, fires involving cooling oils and fate or other flammable liquids (gasoline, kerosene, etc.) should NOT be put out

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Can I use water to put out a fire?

It depends on the specific nature of the fire. The BEST plan is to have at least 1 “ABC” fire

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