A simple valve released the pressure and sprayed the dry chemical onto the fire. Iterations of those designs are still in use ...

Water, sand, and carbon dioxide-based fire extinguishers are commonly used, but you’re probably familiar with blowing out a candle using your breath. Counter-intuitively, we also blow on a fire ...

A nail salon in Summerlin saw a steady stream of customers for manicures and pedicures on Tuesday. Less than 24 hours earlier ...

Portable fire extinguishers may be used by those trained in their use on fires of limited size, while not placing themselves or others in danger. Fires consisting of ordinary combustibles, such as ...