If You Encounter a Grease Fire In Your Home

10/1/2019 (Permalink)

So many brave firefighters, thank you for what you do. For the after affect of a grease fire, call SERVPRO of Texarkana. We are available 24/7.

If a grease fire starts:

• Cover the flames with a metal lid or cookie sheet. Leave the cover on until it has cooled.
• Turn off the heat source. 
• If it’s small and manageable, pour baking soda or salt on it to smother the fire.
• As a last resort, spray the fire with a class B dry chemical fire extinguisher. 
• Do not try to extinguish the fire with water.
• Do not attempt to move the pot or pan outside. 

Do not use flour, baking powder or other cooking powders that resemble baking soda or salt – they have a different chemical makeup and will not react similarly. They will make the fire worse.

If you are unable to extinguish the grease fire:

• GET OUT! You and your family members need to leave as soon as you can to prevent injury or loss of life. Do not try to be a hero.
• Close the door as you leave to help contain the fire.
• Call 911 as soon as you are at a safe distance from the fire. 
• Do not re-enter your home until the fire has been contained by firefighters.