Fire Extinguisher Collection

Fire suppression systems
Illustration of a fire suppression systems

Firefighters work to extinguish the fire as it burns through a pile of old tyres at a recycling centre in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico May 2, 2018. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez

1964 Indy 500
INDIANAPOLIS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - MAY 30: A. J. Foyt, Ansted-Thompson Racing, Watson Offenhauser, makes a pitstop during the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30

An engraving depicting a corridor engine. Portable electrically powered fire extinguisher by Merryweather's
5311363 An engraving depicting a corridor engine. Portable electrically powered fire extinguisher by Merryweather's Greenwich. The cylinder held 120 litres

Engraving depicting a portable stirrup pump for use as a fire extinguisher or a garden spray, 19th century
5309108 Engraving depicting a portable stirrup pump for use as a fire extinguisher or a garden spray, 19th century; (add.info)

Shand and Mason's fire engine
5309998 Shand and Mason's fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Shand and Mason's fire engine, used by the London Fire Brigade. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London
5309997 Fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London; (add.info.: Engraving depicting fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London)

The Vulcan automatic water sprinkler
5310140 The Vulcan automatic water sprinkler; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Vulcan automatic water sprinkler. In normal circumstances the water was held back by a solder cap but this was)

Engraving depicting a handcart containing six cylinders charged with water
5309107 Engraving depicting a handcart containing six cylinders charged with water; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a handcart containing six cylinders charged with water)

A Merryweather & Sons fire engine
5309999 A Merryweather & Sons fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Merryweather & Sons fire engine. This would be drawn to the scene of a fire by four horses)

The nozzle for a fire hose designed to deliver the water sprayed out
5310139 The nozzle for a fire hose designed to deliver the water sprayed out; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the nozzle for a fire hose designed to deliver the water sprayed out rather than in a)

A small portable fire engine
5310005 A small portable fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a small portable fire engine carrying an initial charge of 36 gallons of water thus enabling it to attack a blaze without a delay)

Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine
5309996 Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine; (add.info.: Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine)

A chest fire engine
5309995 A chest fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a chest fire engine of the type in use in Holland during the 17th century. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Advertisement for the harden grenade fire extinguisher, which produced ammonia and carbon dioxide
5309106 Advertisement for the harden grenade fire extinguisher, which produced ammonia and carbon dioxide, starving the fire of oxygen

Advertisement for the harden grenade fire extinguisher, which produced ammonia and carbon dioxide
5309105 Advertisement for the harden grenade fire extinguisher, which produced ammonia and carbon dioxide, starving the fire of oxygen

1989 San Marino GP
IMOLA, ITALY - APRIL 23: Riccardo Patrese has his Williams FW12C Renault attended to while smoke escapes from the rear of the car during the San Marino GP at Imola on April 23, 1989 in Imola, Italy

Elevations of Richard Newsham's fire engine, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by
FLO4591756 Elevations of Richard Newsham's fire engine, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J

1983 Canadian GP
CIRCUIT GILLES-VILLENEUVE, CANADA - JUNE 12: Nelson Piquet, Brabham BT52 BMW, during a pitstop, has his engine looked at by his team during the Canadian GP at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 12

Formula 1 2021: Abu Dhabi GP
YAS MARINA CIRCUIT, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 12: The car of Nicholas Latifi, Williams FW43B, after a crash during the Abu Dhabi GP at Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday December 12

1980 United States GP
WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - OCTOBER 05: Gilles Villeneuve, Ferrari 312T5 during the United States GP at Watkins Glen International on October 05

Fire Extinguisher, c. 1940. Creator: Loraine Makimson
Fire Extinguisher, c. 1940

Bishop Hill: Fire Extinguisher, c. 1938. Creator: Hardin Walsh
Bishop Hill: Fire Extinguisher, c. 1938

1984 Detroit GP
DETROIT STREET CIRCUIT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - JUNE 24: The crash involving Nelson Piquet, Brabham BT53 BMW, and Marc Surer, Arrows A6 Ford, is cleared up

petrol station
Rolf Endermann

1983 Brazilian GP
AUTODROMO INTERNACIONAL NELSON PIQUET, BRAZIL - MARCH 13: Keke Rosberg, Williams FW08C Ford, during a disastrous pitstop, where a small amount of spilt fuel caused a flash-fire

1998 Belgian GP
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - AUGUST 30: Mika Salo stepping out of his destroyed Arrows A19 with the assistance of a marshal as Heinz-Harald Frentzen, Williams FW20 Mecachrome

1965 German GP
NuRBURGRING, GERMANY - AUGUST 01: Stirling Moss and Denny Hulme talk in the pit lane. Journalist Denis Jenkinson stands behind Hulme during the German GP at Nurburgring on August 01

Unlikely #76
Mister Solo

Hull ARP warden seen here with a large fire extinguisher. Circa 1940

A firefighter is engulfed by white smoke while extinguishing burning tyres during protests in Croix des Bouquets on the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, February 2, 2015

Government charwoman cleaning after regular hours, Washington, D. C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Government charwoman cleaning after regular hours

Charwoman cleaning after regular working hours... Washington, D.C. 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Charwoman cleaning after regular working hours at the Office of the Registrar of the Treasury

homesick
ambra

Futurium, Berlin
Martin Fleckenstein

Larry Lloyd Coventry City football player decides to cool down his team mates after training session at Coventrys Ryton training centre October 1974

Larry Lloyd Coventry City football player decides to cool down his team mates after training session at Coventrys Ryton training centre October 1974

Recovering George Eystons fire-damaged Bugatti T43, Irish Grand Prix, Phoenix Park Dublin, 1929. Eystons car is being passed by John Fields Bugatti T43, which also caught fire in the pits later

Advertisement for Isoflamme fire extinguishers, 1913. Artist: Louis Houpin
Advertisement for Isoflamme fire extinguishers, 1913

Effect of twinjet exhausts in simulation take-off, USA, July 7, 1949. Creator: Unknown
Effect of twinjet exhausts in simulation take-off, USA, July 7, 1949. Study of effect of twin-jet exhausts inclined toward the ground in simulation of take-off conditions for certain engine

Fire extinguisher codes. Fire card displaying the colour codes for different types of fire extinguishers

Turkey and Grease, 1869. Artist: John Tenniel
Turkey and Grease, 1869. At the end of December 1868, there was a divergence of opinion between Greece and Turkey that threatened to lead to armed conflict

Water fire extinguisher

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Experiments with L extincteur on the Thames Embankment before the Prince of Wales, 1868

A Hint to the Ladies to take care of their Heads, published by Sayer & Bennett (1774-1786)
XJF869677 A Hint to the Ladies to take care of their Heads, published by Sayer & Bennett (1774-1786), 1776 (mezzotint) by Grimm, Samuel Hieronymous (1733-94) (after); Private Collection; Swiss

A waiter rushes through the kitchen door with a tray of food during the rush for orders at lunch. undated

Cross-section of a fire extinguisher

Fire safety. Fire extinguisher, fire alarm and fire exit signs on a wall

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"Fire Extinguisher: The Unsung Hero in Fire Suppression Systems" In the face of raging infernos, firefighters rely on the trusty powder fire extinguisher to combat the relentless flames. From historic moments like Hull ARP warden bravely wielding a large fire extinguisher during World War II to modern-day aerial views capturing taiga wood burning near Boguchany, these devices have been instrumental in saving lives and protecting our environment. Witnessing a helicopter dropping water over wildfires in Mijas or a firefighter engulfed by white smoke while battling burning tyres reminds us of the immense courage and dedication required to tackle such dangerous situations. Whether it's firefighters attempting to control fires in Povoa de Calde or combating blazes on California's north flank, their unwavering determination is matched only by the effectiveness of fire suppression systems. From Los Angeles County's night drops with helicopters fighting against the so-called Fish Fire to firefighters working tirelessly amidst glowing embers at Old Fire, we see how crucial every moment is when it comes to containing these destructive forces. These brave men and women risk their lives daily, relying on tools like fire extinguishers as they continue their valiant efforts. The humble fire extinguisher may not be as glamorous as other firefighting equipment but its role cannot be underestimated. It stands as an emblem of hope amidst chaos; a symbol that even in the face of adversity, there are those who will fight relentlessly for our safety. So let us remember and appreciate this unsung hero – the fire extinguisher – for its vital contribution towards preserving life and protecting our world from devastating fires.