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What kinds of fire extinguishers are most often used for extinguishing an electrical fire?

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CO2 extinguishers are predominantly used for electrical fire risks and are usually the main fire extinguisher type provided in computer server rooms. They also put out Class B fires (flammable liquids, such as paint and petroleum).

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