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because it takes away the oxygen which fuels a fire.
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How do you put out a pan fire?
The best way is to use sand or water.
What will do in case of electric fire?
switch off the main switch and use sand to put off the fire
How do you put out wildfire?
Sand, water or a fire extinguisher are all effective at putting out a wood fire.
What can you use to put out a fire when camping?
water or let it burn out You could also use soil or sand.
After you have put out an electrical fire what has been removed from the fire triangle?
Now..... Don't use water!! Use sand ..... i think that heat is removed
Do i should water put out a gasoline fire?
No but you can use sand. If you have some lying around.
How do you remove fuel from fire?
we use a fire extinguisher ,fire blanket ,sand
What type of fire would you use fire sand on?
an oven or small kitchen fire
Why firefighters do not use sand to put out fires?
Because water is better to use to put out fires than sand.
What household items put out fire the fastest?
You can use a pan lid to put out a fire. If it's a grease fire, you can use lots of baking soda to cover it. However, the best item to complete the job would be a fire extinguisher available at a home store such as Lowe's or Home Depot.
How do you put out a stove fire?
To start off there is obviously Water, Class A fire Extinguisher Class B fire Extinguisher Pour sand or dirt on fire. Smother with a nonflamible blanket Call fire department Pour baking soda on it pour salt on it
What would you use to put out a tv fire?
Unplug the tv and use a fire blanket or fire extinguisher.
