Ready.gov says to keep a fire extinguisher in which room?

Your kitchen.

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  1. Your attic
  2. Your kitchen ✔
  3. Your bathroom

Why: Ready.gov says to keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen. Cooking is where many home fires start, so keep it where you can reach it.

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Answer: Your kitchen. Ready.gov says to keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen. Cooking is where many home fires start, so keep it where you can reach it.

  1. Ready.gov: Home Fires www.ready.gov/home-fires
    Keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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