Did you know that ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda can help in the initial handling of minor grease or electrical kitchen fires? That’s because when ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda is heated, it gives off carbon dioxide, which helps to smother the flames.
For small cooking fires (frying pans, broilers, ovens, grills), turn off the gas or electricity if you can safely do so. Stand back and throw handfuls of ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda at the base of the flame to help put out the fire -- and call the Fire Department just to be safe! To avoid re-ignition, do not attempt to move the item until thoroughly cooled. (Don’t use ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda in deep fat fryers; it may splatter).
For small electrical fires (small appliances, heaters, outlets), unplug appliances if you can safely do so. Stand back and toss handfuls of ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda at the base of the flames to help put out the fire -- and call the Fire Department to be sure the fire’s completely out! (Here’s a hot tip! Remember never use water on an electrical fire, as shock or electrocution could result!)
Make sure safety is within reach! Make your own Fire Safety Soda Box using our 1 lb. box of ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda and our specially designed Fire Safety Soda label featuring important fire safety facts. Click here to print your own label
To deodorize your sink and tub drains, and keep lingering odors from resurfacing, pour ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda down the drain while running warm tap water.
