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Fire Protection News/Highlights 

December 1, 2022   Cold weather increases the odds of fire during refueling of cars, trucks and other vehicles.  The American Petroleum Institute has published information on avoiding such fires. You can access their tips page by clicking here. To see some videos of fires at gas pumps initiated by static electricity on YouTube click here.  

December 16, 2022   NIST video shows the importance of keeping your Christmas tree watered.  To see the video demonstration click here.

Gaseous Fire Suppression Agent Facts

Fire extinguishment by an inert gas

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