SERVPRO of Foxborough Grease Fire Safety

11/8/2021 (Permalink)

Grease from cooking can cause a fire. A fire needs 3 things to burn, Heat, Oxygen, and Fuel.

Grease from cooking can cause a fire. A fire needs 3 things to burn, Heat, Oxygen, and Fuel. A fire will keep growing until one of the hoses is removed. This can be a very dangerous fire and can spread quickly. 

The safest way to put out a grease fire burning in a pan is to remove the oxygen, by putting on Oven Mitts to protect your hands. You then want to get the lid that fits the pan and 'slide' it over the top of the burning pan. Make sure to shut off the burner to stop adding heat. Leave the pan alone, don't move it, and don't remove the lid until it has cooled completely.

A fire Extinguisher will release a lot of pressure, so start at a distance away and move towards the fire rather than up-close spraying directly onto the burning grease which could tip the pan and spread the fire. 

DO NOT move or carry the pan outside, it will fan the flames and risk spreading and/or catching your clothes on fire. When in doubt call 9-1-1 and get immediate assistance. 

SERVPRO of Foxborough is available 24/7 including holidays and weekends to assist you with any fire damage “Like it never even happened.”