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Fire Fighting QUESTION #5599
Question 1
Why is water dangerous to use on a Class C fire?
  • It evaporates too quickly
  • It is electrically conductive and can cause shock✔️
  • It spreads the flames further
  • It reacts with electricity to create toxic gas
Correct Answer Explanation
Water is electrically conductive. Using it on live electrical equipment (Class C fire) creates a risk of electrocution to the firefighter.