NUTRITION
KITCHEN SAFETY
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Detailed explanation-1: -You should never put water on a grease fire, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Detailed explanation-2: -Cover the Pot with a Metal Lid-Fire cannot exist in the absence of oxygen. With the lid on (and the heat off), the fire should quickly consume all the oxygen and put itself out. Use a metal lid since glass will shatter. Pour on Baking Soda-Baking soda will extinguish grease fires, but only if they’re small.
Detailed explanation-3: -Don’t extinguish a grease fire with water or a wet towel. Don’t use flour, baking powder or sugar to smother the fire. Don’t remove the pan from the burner or place it in the sink. The oil may splash around and potentially burn you.
Detailed explanation-4: -They are designed for Class A (wood, paper, cloth) fires only. Never use water to extinguish flammable liquid fires. Water is extremely ineffective at extinguishing this type of fire, and you may, in fact, spread the fire if you try to use water on it. Never use water to extinguish an electrical fire.