The U.S. market for fire extinguishers is estimated at $1.3 billion in 2021, with the U.S. holding a 27.9% share of the global market, according to research released last week from Global Industry ...

Fire extinguishers can stop small accidents from turning into full-blown catastrophes. Whether it starts with a pan of oil left to smoke while you're checking on the kids or a plugged-in curling iron ...

Between 2014 and 2018, US fire departments responded to more than 350,000 house fires. That accounts for more than 25% of all fires in the country. Unsurprisingly, cooking and smoking are the most ...

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Home fires are often unpredictable, and they can be deadly: Data collected between 2016 and 2020 found that fire departments responded to 343,100 home fires annually. These fires resulted in 2,610 ...

Vehicle fires are all too frequent and can cause incredible damage and even death. Causes can vary and can include production defects, arson, accidents, and mechanical problems. You want to keep ...

Protect your home, kitchen and all, from disaster with these handy fire extinguishers. By John Alexander Published Jan 31, 2024 12:00 PM EST We may earn revenue from the products available on this ...

The most consistent violations during inspections relate to fire extinguisher annual service and inspection. Here's what safety professionals need to know. In buildings of varying occupancy, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Fire extinguishers are not mandatory for private vehicles in the U.S, though car fires are more common than many think. Between 2018 and 2022, ...

A fire extinguisher can be a critical tool in the event of a fire in your home, but not all Americans have easy access to one. According to a 2020 survey by the insurance agency The Zebra, only about ...

In the January 2015 issue of FireRescue, I discussed the different types of fire extinguishers and how they work. Let’s take some time in this column to better understand the potential applications of ...