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Miami Township Fire/EMS recommends a minimum 2A10BC extinguisher be placed in you kitchen and garage

Q: Where do I find a good fire extinguisher and what kind should I get?

A: Most fire extinguisher manufacturers have models listed for various household uses. Most are advertised as "kitchen", "garage" or multipurpose. Look for extinguishers that carry the Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) listing.

Most commonly available home fire extinguishers are suitable for household use. The extinguisher should have a rating in letters, such as "ABC" or "BC". The letters represent the type of fire that the extinguisher is intended to combat. "A" is for common household items such as wood or paper. "B" is for flammable liquids, such as oil. "C" is for plugged in appliances, such as TV or toaster. These letters may be accompanied by numbers such as "2A; 10BC". The numbers represent the amount of fire that the device is intended to extinguish. Thus, the higher the number the more fire it may put out.

Most extinguishers advertised for home use are acceptable and are readily available. They may be found at hardware stares, home improvement stores and mass merchandisers.

Q: How do I get a fire extinguisher refilled?

A: Miami Township does not fill extinguisher; if needed, this may be done through a private fire extinguisher service (consult the yellow pages for more information). Most home fire extinguishers are not refillable. If in doubt, please consult a fire extinguisher service or bring it to a fire station for more information.