fire hazard

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A condition or material that increases the likelihood of a fire.

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Examples (10)

  • Those piles of old newspapers in the basement are a serious fire hazard.
  • Faulty wiring is a common fire hazard in old office buildings.
  • The fire inspector identified several fire hazards in the crowded theater, such as blocked exits.
  • We need to clear the attic; it has become a potential fire hazard.
  • Storing flammable liquids near a heat source is considered a major fire hazard.
  • The buildup of dry leaves around the house was a fire hazard that we thankfully addressed.
  • Could this old, frayed electrical cord be a fire hazard?
  • The investigation concluded that a known fire hazard was the cause of the warehouse blaze.
  • During the dry season, even a small spark can turn a potential fire hazard into a disaster.
  • If you don't clean the grease from the kitchen vent, it will become a serious fire hazard.