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Can water fire extinguishers be used on grease or oil fires?

We had a small oil pan fire in our restaurant in Ghatkopar. A cook suggested using the water-type fire extinguisher on it. Is it safe to use water on burning oil?
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FirePause Expert Team Fire Safety Expert
1 month, 4 weeks ago
Absolutely NOT! Never use water on oil or grease fires (Class K/F). Water is denser than oil, so it sinks to the bottom. Once it hits the high heat, the water instantly vaporizes and expands into steam, blowing the burning oil out of the pan. This causes an explosive fireball that can catch the ceiling and walls on fire and cause severe burns to nearby staff.

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