Why Kitchen Oil Fires Should Never Be Fought With Water
Graha Kavach Fire Safety Team
Water and burning oil are a dangerous combination. Water can sink below the oil, flash into steam and throw burning oil outward. Smother a small contained pan fire with a fire blanket and turn off heat only if safe.
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This guide was prepared in accordance with official Indian fire safety standards, chemical specifications from Speciality Geochem Udaipur, and the Graha Kavach Home Safety Manual. Always adhere to evacuation-first principles in an active fire.
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