WATERLOO, Iowa (KWWL) – It’s Fire Prevention Week. The Waterloo Fire Department is showing off their new fire extinguisher prop, which gives people the chance to practice putting out a real ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- A fire extinguisher is something you probably have in your home. It could save your life and your family. But do you know how to use it? It was flames on the evening news one ...

Using a fire extinguisher properly won't do you much good if you're using the wrong type. Extinguishers are divided into three types—A, B, and C, each designed to combat a specific type of flame.

And, if you do open a door, shut it behind you. You should also never move objects that are on fire, ... When using a fire extinguisher, don't aim at the middle or top of the flames.