Source: BroBible
Summary
A New York man, Preston Kincaid, says his house caught on fire due to a lawnmower battery. He managed to extinguish the flame quickly thanks to a specialized fire extinguisher and a smoke detector. Kincaid credits the Halon 1211 fire extinguisher, which he purchased on eBay, with saving his life. The fire started when the battery for his PowerSmart battery-powered electric lawnmower ignited.
Our Reading
The habit gets a new name: “fire safety enthusiast.” Preston Kincaid’s house catches on fire due to a lawnmower battery, but he’s prepared with a specialized fire extinguisher. He’s a master inspector, so he knows his stuff. He quickly puts out the flame and saves his house. The moral of the story? Always have a fire extinguisher handy, especially if you have a lot of batteries and electrical equipment lying around.
Author: Evan Null
