Can ABC Fire Extinguishers Be Stored Outdoors?
All fire extinguishers should have A, B, C or D classification ratings on them. Class A fire extinguishers douse ordinary paper, wood, cardboard and plastic fires; Class B fire extinguishers douse liquid fires; Class C extinguishers douse electrical fires; Class D extinguishers douse chemical fires. For recreational and household use, a multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher should be used. ABC fire extinguishers may be stored outside as long as the proper precautions are taken to maintain the extinguisher.
