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To put out a grease pan fire carefully shake baking soda on it. Not baking powder, baking soda. Bicarbonate of soda, the same stuff used to keep refrigerators smelling fresh.
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If you have a lid that fits onto the frying pan, or whatever the pot or pan is that contains the grease, place the lid as tightly/closely as possible over the top. A grease fire should be suffocated that way. If you don't have a lid, try using another pan a little larger than the one that's on fire.
Never ever pour water onto a grease fire.
If you can't do any of the above, leave the room immediately, alert any other people in the house and call the fire brigade.
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One of the most important pieces of kitchen equipment is a good, thick, pure-cotton, large (around 140cm x 70cm - 55in x 30in) bath towel, kept on a rack in a central area.
In the case of a pan fire, a grill (broiler) fire, or similar emergencies the towel can easily be thrown over the fire source at arms' length. It's highly dangerous to attempt placing a lid over a burning pan or other fire source once flames are beginning to rise; apart from time lost in finding an appropriate lid, even if you do find one the fire can flare up in a micro-second and you won't be able to control it, call emergency, or even warn the household, if you've just had your face and hands severely burned because you're standing over a fiery pan trying to put a lid on it.
Remember, firefighters wear protective gear and observe strict safety rules to prevent this kind of thing happening: emergency service personnel are no good to anybody if they injure themselves in the first moments of response. Amateur firefighters facing a domestic fire need to understand why this is so, and avoid placing themselves in danger.
The versatile thick towel shouldn't ever be used to wipe surfaces or greasy utensils; it should be kept clean.
It might seem to some an extravagance to put a good bath towel in the kitchen. It isn't. Once you've had it there for a week you'll wonder how you ever managed without it. I have two on rails fixed to work areas, near the ovens and sink, and near the fridge and stovetop; one of their great uses is they can be quickly flipped up onto the bench to take hot or wet dishes, or to drain washed fruit and vegetables, glassware, and so on. I clip mine to the rails so they stay in place, but a quick tug releases them. They're great for drying hands after washing up, and always to hand in case of a large water spill; you just throw a towel over the liquid so nobody's going to slip before you can mop it up. And we've all had those kitchen moments when we need to quickly move a pan that's hotter than expected and the oven gloves or trivet aren't immediately to hand: this is where the kitchen towel is a great friend.
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What do you put on a grease fire to extinguish it?
To extinguish a grease fire, you should put a lid on the pan or use a fire extinguisher specifically designed for grease fires. Never use water on a grease fire as it can cause the fire to spread.
What is the pan fat fire called?
Grease Fire!
What action to take on a cooking fire?
If the fire is in a pan, the best action is to put the lid on it. Never pour water on a grease fire, as this will splash the grease and spread the fire. Baking soda will also put out fires. Of course, if the fire is too large to safely fight yourself, you should evacuate the house and call the fire department.
How can you effectively put out a grease fire?
To effectively put out a grease fire, you should never use water as it can make the fire worse. Instead, turn off the heat source and cover the fire with a metal lid or baking sheet. You can also use baking soda or a fire extinguisher specifically designed for grease fires. Do not try to move the pan or pour anything on the fire, as this can cause it to spread.
How do you put out an oven fire?
First turn off the oven. If the fire is because of grease spewing, then cover it up with a pan to smother it. If it won't go out then fires should be doused with baking soda or a fire extinguisher - but not water on grease or electrical fires.
How do you put out a liquid fire?
Do NOT attempt to put water on this type of fire! Also, DO NOT open the pan, as it will add more oxygen to the fire and make it burn even harder. Simply throw BAKING SODA on top of the fire, and it will die down. Be generous. Edit: Chances are, if the oil is burning, the pan is open, so you will need to put a lid on the pan that will sit tightly and seal off any oxygen from entering that pan. As a precaution, I would suggest having a flame extinguisher or a fire blanket in the kitchen.
Can you put flour on a grease fire to extinguish it?
No, putting flour on a grease fire can actually make it worse because flour is flammable. It is recommended to use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put out a grease fire.
What will happen if you put hot water on a fire in a pan?
If you pour hot water on a fire in a pan, the water can evaporate rapidly and turn into steam, potentially causing the fire to flare up or spread. It's generally not recommended to use water on a grease fire as it can make the situation worse.
What is the best way to put out a small fire is to?
If it is a grease fire, you need to smother it. You can use generous amounts of salt or baking soda. You can also use the lid to the pan, if it fits tightly.
What should you never put on a grease fire to avoid making it worse?
Never put water on a grease fire as it can cause the fire to spread and become more dangerous.
How can you effectively put out a grease fire using flour?
Using flour to put out a grease fire is not recommended as it can cause the fire to spread. It is safer to smother the fire by covering it with a metal lid or baking soda, or by using a fire extinguisher designed for grease fires.
Should you use a fire extinguisher to put out a grease fire?
Yes, a fire extinguisher works on a grease fire. What you have to avoid with grease fires is throwing water on them, because the burning grease will just float on the water and will be splashed around as the water heats and vaporizes, spreading the fire, rather than being put out. But the carbon dioxide based fire extinguisher doesn't have that problem.
