This fire has reached the point where flashover is likely to occur. What do you observe that leads to that conclusion?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for observations that indicate the occurrence of a flashover in a fire scenario. It requires selecting the most appropriate option based on the given choices related to fire behavior and indicators of flashover.
Answer
The fire is 'rolling over' and igniting the layer of hot gas.
The fire is 'rolling over' and igniting the layer of hot gas, which indicates flashover may occur soon.
Answer for screen readers
The fire is 'rolling over' and igniting the layer of hot gas, which indicates flashover may occur soon.
More Information
Flashover is a rapid transition to a fully developed fire stage, often indicated by flames rolling over or sporadic flames in the smoke layer.
Tips
Commonly, people may not recognize the signs of flashover until too late. Understanding visual cues like flame rollover is crucial.
Sources
- Flashover Recognition - Firehouse Magazine - firehouse.com
- Extreme Fire Behavior: Understanding the Hazard | CTIF - ctif.org
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