In an emergency, knowing how to effectively use a fire extinguisher can mean the difference between safety and disaster. When a fire ignites, quick action is crucial to protect yourself and others.

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It might not look like much, but the small tool can save a life or property. The acronym for using a fire extinguisher is PASS. Those four letters can make or break a response to a fire.