Electrical Fires

Do not throw water on an electrical fire. Purchase an extinguisher for class A, B, and C fires and mount it within easy reach. Dry chemical, halon, or CO2 extinguishers are all appropriate for electrical fires.

If an appliance does catch fire, follow these five steps:

1. Unplug the appliance and/or turn power off at the circuit breaker.
2. Throw baking soda on the fire or use your extinguisher.
3. Get everyone out of the house quickly.
4. Call your local fire department.
5. If you or anyone else suffers a burn, do not cool it. Call 911.