Istanbul explosion launches storage tank into air, sends onlookers running

Atmospheric Storage Tank Explosion Modeling

Fire Suppression Systems and Standards

Fire extinguisher methods primarily involve using extinguishing agents like water, foam, or dry chemicals to extinguish fires by cooling, smothering, or interfering with the chemical reaction. The most common and effective method is using a fire extinguisher, following the PASS acronym for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep. Here's a more detailed breakdown: 1. Cooling the Fire: Water: Water extinguishers are used for Class A fires (wood, paper, textiles) by lowering the temperature of the fuel, prev