{"id":503775,"date":"2022-02-09T17:17:55","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T21:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/?p=503775"},"modified":"2022-02-09T17:17:57","modified_gmt":"2022-02-09T21:17:57","slug":"can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Use Water on an Electrical Fire?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International or ESFI, every year, electrical fires lead to $1.3 billion worth of property damage, 1,400+ injuries, 500 deaths, and 51,000 home and building fires. If you find yourself dealing with an electrical fire, should you use water to try and put it out?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-503787\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire-300x257.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You should never use water to extinguish an electrical fire. Water is an electrical conductor, and thus the water could cause electrocution to you and anyone in the vicinity. A fire extinguisher rated for electrical fires is recommended instead.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not sure what an electrical fire is or its risks, we\u2019ll explain that ahead. We\u2019ll also talk more about why you shouldn\u2019t use water on an electrical fire and what your protocol should be. Keep reading!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6610fdc7db3b9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6610fdc7db3b9\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#What_Are_Electrical_Fires_and_What_Causes_Them\" title=\"What Are Electrical Fires and What Causes Them?\">What Are Electrical Fires and What Causes Them?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#Electrical_Fire_Causes\" title=\"Electrical Fire Causes\">Electrical Fire Causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#Can_You_Use_Water_on_an_Electrical_Fire\" title=\"Can You Use Water on an Electrical Fire?\">Can You Use Water on an Electrical Fire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#How_Should_You_Put_Out_an_Electrical_Fire\" title=\"How Should You Put Out an Electrical Fire?\">How Should You Put Out an Electrical Fire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#Are_Electrical_Fires_More_Dangerous_Than_the_Other_Types_of_Fires\" title=\"Are Electrical Fires More Dangerous Than the Other Types of Fires?\">Are Electrical Fires More Dangerous Than the Other Types of Fires?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\/#Tips_for_Preventing_Electrical_Fires\" title=\"Tips for Preventing Electrical Fires&nbsp;\">Tips for Preventing Electrical Fires&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-electrical-fires-and-what-causes-them\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Electrical_Fires_and_What_Causes_Them\"><\/span><strong>What Are Electrical Fires and What Causes Them?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Electrical Fires 101<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we delve into how to put out an electrical fire, let\u2019s take this section to explain what an electrical fire is. As the stats from the intro prove, these types of fires are quite common, so it\u2019s good to be prepared!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fires are usually categorized into one of five different classes: Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D, and Class K. Electrical fires fall into Class C.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fire is considered a Class C according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/laws-regs\/regulations\/standardnumber\/1910\/1910.155\">Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA<\/a> if it\u2019s \u201ca fire involving energized electrical equipment where safety to the employee requires the use of electrically nonconductive extinguishing media.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, electrical fires don\u2019t only happen at work, but in the home as well. Think of how many electronics are in your house right now. Depending on the room, it could be a handful to dozens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the kitchen, for example. Most kitchens have a microwave oven. Your kitchen might use a toaster, a coffeemaker, a stand mixer, a slow cooker or a pressure cooker, an electric press\u2026the list goes on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those are just countertop appliances. Some stovetops are electric rather than gas-powered. Your fridge and freezer use electricity as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At any time, if these appliances malfunction, an electrical fire could occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"electrical-fire-causes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electrical_Fire_Causes\"><\/span><strong>Electrical Fire Causes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What exactly does cause electrical fires? Here are some of the more common sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Overheating ceiling fans: <\/strong>Do you leave your ceiling fans running in the bedroom or kitchen overnight to beat the heat and give your air conditioning a break? Long hours can put a strain on the fan, causing the motor to overheat. A fire could then ignite.<\/li><li><strong>Portable heaters:<\/strong> Although they\u2019re mostly safe for everyday use, portable heaters do give off heat. If the portable heater is too close to a <a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/is-skin-flammable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flammable object<\/a>, an electric fire will follow.<\/li><li><strong>Power surges:<\/strong> The worst thing that can happen during a power surge is not a ruined television or computer. It\u2019s an electrical house fire!<\/li><li><strong>Improper light bulbs for lamps or light fixtures:<\/strong> Your light fixtures require bulbs at a certain wattage for a reason. Overloading the lamp with a bulb that\u2019s too high of a wattage could cause the bulb to explode.<\/li><li><strong>Overloading the circuits:<\/strong> Daisy-chaining extension cords or overloading an outlet by plugging in too many electronics is a very common source of household electrical fires.<\/li><li><strong>Old appliances:<\/strong> When your appliances are on the fritz, their wiring can go bad. Continuing to use the appliance puts you and your family at risk.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-you-use-water-on-an-electrical-fire\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Use_Water_on_an_Electrical_Fire\"><\/span><strong>Can You Use Water on an Electrical Fire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let\u2019s address your main question. If an electrical fire occurs in your home or office, should you rush to get water to extinguish it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No. <strong>You should never use water on an electrical fire<\/strong>. We can\u2019t stress that enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why not? You always thought that water worked on fires. It can, but not for all types of fires.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Class K kitchen fires from grease and cooking oils are one type of fire that you should never use water on, and Class C electrical fires are another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason you shouldn\u2019t put out an electrical fire with water is due to how water conducts electricity. What this means is that the water now has electricity flowing through it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/firefighters-working-together.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-503765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/firefighters-working-together.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/firefighters-working-together-300x214.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You assume the water is safe because hey, it\u2019s water. It turns out, the water is anything but safe. If you step in it or get it splashed on you in the frenzy of putting out a fire, you could potentially get electrocuted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience an electric shock from the water used to put out an electrical fire, you could be burned in the area where the electrocution happens. Electric burns can cause injuries in two areas, the entrance and exit of where the electric current traveled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may fall unconscious after being shocked. In very serious cases, your pulse could slow or stop, your breathing could stop, and\/or you could enter cardiac arrest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electrocution absolutely could be fatal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-should-you-put-out-an-electrical-fire\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Should_You_Put_Out_an_Electrical_Fire\"><\/span><strong>How Should You Put Out an Electrical Fire?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know to refrain from using water, what should be your plan of attack for extinguishing an electrical fire?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you should call 911 or your emergency number equivalent and evacuate the premises immediately. The fire department will arrive as soon as they can and safely tamp down the fire.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you must attempt to put out the fire yourself, here are your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fire Extinguisher<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A common sight in many households, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisoldhouse.com\/natural-disasters\/21015182\/fire-extinguishers\">This Old House<\/a> predicts that at least 75 percent of homes in the United States have a fire extinguisher. If you do in your home as well, then you can use it to put out a fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We should note that household fire extinguishers are only intended for one of the five fire classes we outlined before. If yours is a Class B fire extinguisher, for instance, then it\u2019s designed for extinguishing flammable liquid fires such as from lacquers, solvents, oil-based paints, tars, oils, petroleum greases, and gasses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside a Class B fire extinguisher is a dry chemical in the form of powder or foam. Some examples include halogenated agents and ammonium phosphate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These ingredients are proven to work on Class B fires. If you used a Class B fire extinguisher on a Class C fire though, it wouldn\u2019t be as effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Class C fire extinguisher contains potassium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, and\/or ammonium phosphate. Although Class B and C fire extinguishers share one ingredient, it\u2019s the potassium chloride and potassium bicarbonate in conjunction with the ammonium phosphate that works on electrical fires, not just one ingredient.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, if you reach for a fire extinguisher in your home and it\u2019s labeled a class anything outside of Class C, do not use it on the electrical fire. At best, it won\u2019t extinguish the fire. At worst, it could cause the fire to grow!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baking Soda<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If an electrical fire breaks out in the kitchen and you can quickly grab some, then reach for <a href=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/can-baking-soda-put-out-a-fire-a-firefighter-answers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baking soda<\/a>. Don\u2019t just sprinkle the stuff; dump it on the flames.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why does this work? Baking soda produces carbon dioxide, and that ingredient chokes out the oxygen in the fire. A fire needs oxygen to spread, so once it loses oxygen, it peters out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We must stress that baking soda is only a viable option for electrical fires if the fire is small and you don\u2019t have to get too close to the fire to apply the baking soda.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-electrical-fires-more-dangerous-than-the-other-types-of-fires\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Electrical_Fires_More_Dangerous_Than_the_Other_Types_of_Fires\"><\/span><strong>Are Electrical Fires More Dangerous Than the Other Types of Fires?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of the five types of fire is incredibly dangerous, and we want to drive that point home. Fires can lead to burns, inhalation damage, suffocation, and death, and that\u2019s regardless of whether it\u2019s Class A, Class D, or Class K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, Class C electrical fires could be among the deadliest types of fires, as not only are there the above fire risks but the additional risk of electrocution as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why the best thing you can do if an electrical fire occurs on the premises is to dial your emergency services number (which is 911 in a lot of the world) and send a fire department to your location immediately.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-preventing-electrical-fires\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Preventing_Electrical_Fires\"><\/span><strong>Tips for Preventing Electrical Fires&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your home has suffered an electrical fire in the past or reading this post made you scared of ever experiencing one, there is plenty you can do in your day-to-day life to prevent electrical fires. Here are our best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch Your Wattage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your lights inevitably burn out, don\u2019t just grab whatever lightbulb you find first in your hall closet. Instead, match the lightbulb wattage to the light fixture. Going under wattage will leave the room dim. Overdoing it on the wattage could cause the bulb to explode, as we talked about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check Your Cords and Outlets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can\u2019t see past the rubber or plastic cords into the wires underneath, if the cords themselves are old or damaged, then there\u2019s a pretty good chance the wires are in even worse shape. You should discontinue the use of the item immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same goes for old and damaged outlets. If you feel a slight shock whenever you plug in your favorite coffeemaker or old laptop, that\u2019s not good. You also shouldn\u2019t smell anything burning when an item is plugged into an outlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the power cord gets hot after using an electronic for a while, or if the outlet does, and especially if you see discoloration on the outlet, you need to stop using that electronic. Your home might need new wiring or, at the very least, a new outlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Switch to GFCIs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ground fault circuit interrupters or GFCIs are a type of circuit breaker that can prevent electrical current leakage. Having a GFCI or several around your home might be able to reduce the risk of electrical fires and electrocution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend GFCI outlets in the garage, basement, laundry room, living room, bathroom, and kitchen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Overload Extension Cords&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extension cords sure are handy, but even they have their electrical limits. Despite the number of outlets available, you should only ever use two extension cord outlets simultaneously.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/extension-cord.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-503788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/extension-cord.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/firefighternow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/extension-cord-300x257.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Never daisy-chain either, which entails plugging in an extension cord into another extension cord to increase your power options. That\u2019s a great way to blow a fuse in your home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Modify Plugs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your plug has three prongs, then it\u2019s only designed for a three-pronged outlet. Removing the bottom prong might allow the plug to fit into a standard two-prong outlet, but at what cost? The electronic won\u2019t work at all since you destroyed the plug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Upgrade Your Electricity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it can be very expensive to get your home\u2019s electrical system rewired, it\u2019s something to consider. Older systems are not built to handle the electrical demand of today\u2019s appliances and electronics. The risk of an electrical fire is much higher the older your system is.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electrical fires are categorized as Class C fires. Attempting to extinguish a Class C fire with water is dangerous. The fire won\u2019t slow and you could be electrocuted as well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a Class C fire extinguisher, you can use that on the blaze. Baking soda also works for smaller fires. 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