What is Water

1
What is Water Where Does Is Come From

• Chapter 6

2
Objective

• 3-2.1 identify problems related to
  small-diameter or dead end mains, low-pressure
  and private water supply systems, hydrant cooling
  systems, and reliability of static sources

3
Introduction

• Water is the primary extinguishing agent used

4
Characteristics of Water

• H2O
• 3 Physical states
• Solid
• Liquid
• Gas
• Cannot be compressed

5
Extinguishes by

• Cooling
• Smothering