Types of fires
Fires caused by ordinary materials like wood and paper are classified as this
Class A Fire
This is the emergency number you call if there's a Fire.
911
Fire trucks are often this bright color to make them more visible.
Red
This tool is used by firefighters to break through walls or doors
Halligan bar
Fires involving flammable liquids, such as gasoline, are classified as this.
Class B Fire
If your clothes catch fire, you should do these three actions.
Stop, Drop, and roll
Firefighters often live at the fire station for this many hours during a shift
24 hours
24 on 24 off
Firefighters wear this piece of equipment to breathe in smoke-filled envionments
SCBA
Self-Contained breathing apparatus
Kitchen fires caused by cooking oils and fats are classified as this.
Class K Fire
You should test these devices in your home monthly.
Smoke Detectors
Dalmatian dogs were historically used in fire departments to do this.
to guide horse-drawn fire wagons
This type of nozzle is used to control the flow and pattern of water.
Adjustable nozzle
Fires caused by electrical equipment are classified as this.
Class C Fire
You should have one of these planned with your family in case of a fire.
Escape Plan
This is the record for the tallest fire department ladder in the world.
101 meters (or about 331 feet)
This handheld tool combines an axe and a sledgehammer
Flat head axe
Fires involving combustible metals, such as magnesium, are classified as this.
Class D Fire
This is the best type of fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.
Class C
Fire departments often use this symbol featuring a ladder, axe, and fire hydrant
The Maltese cross
The large truck with an extendable ladder is called this
Ladder truck