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 ...

Installing them in the house is a good first step, but there’s a lot more to making sure they’re effective if a fire ignites.

Fire experts say most don't know how to use them -- even if they have them. July 9, 2012 — -- When Kerri Braun was asked to attend a demonstration on family fire drills recently in Mahwah, N.J., ...

At the Northstar Fire Department, we are often times approached with questions regarding fire extinguisher maintenance and use. This article should include answers to many of these inquiries.

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 ...

Fires in your home are often unpredictable, and it’s important to try to prepare for the possibility. A fire extinguisher could help save your life. Consumer Reports breaks down the simple steps you ...

Fire extinguisher safety tips everyone should know Do you know what to do if there's a small fire in your home? Learn how to choose, maintain and safely store household fire extinguishers.

A fire can break out when we least expect it, and when that happens, fire extinguishers are often the first tools we turn to. Whether a pan catches fire while we're cooking or a fraying electrical ...

People can learn how to use a fire extinguisher from a firefighter during a free training at 10 a.m. Sept. 20, at Mentor Public Library’s Headlands Branch, 4669 Corduroy Road. Firefighter Dan Garey ...