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Soda water is used on general fires (wood, paper, etc). Foam is used on petrol or oil fires, to avoid spreading the fire. Carbon dioxide is used where there is electrical equipment, and there is a risk of electrocution. Then there is dry powder which is classed as a multi-purpose extinguisher.

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