DOES SMOKE COLOR INFLUENCE THE DAMAGE FROM FIRES?

7/30/2021 (Permalink)

Fire Damage Restoration Repair Ventura California

Smoke is made up of particulates, aerosols and gases and identifying the characteristics of each given smoke plume can be helpful when fighting fires. Firefighter can tell what is happening with a fire by reading smoke. Most people are not aware of the different variations of smoke produced, and the implications they might have on a property. SERVPRO of Ventura helps cleanup damage from all types of smoke in properties.

Which color does smoke commonly exhibit?

You can simplify the process of fire damage in your home if you observe and note the color of smoke emitted from your property as fire burns. Below are common color variations:

1. Black Smoke – thick black smoke indicated heavy fuel that are not fully consumed. At times, black smoke can be an indicator that a manmade material is burning such as tires, vehicles or a structure and highly volatile.

Various challenges can arise after you notice a fire burning with thick dark smoke. The extreme heat from the scorching fire can push residues deeper into surfaces, making it tougher to clean the area or remove odors.

2. White smoke – often mean material is off gassing moisture and water vapor, meaning the fire is just starting to consume material. It can also indicate light and flashy fuels such as grass or twigs.
3. Grey smoke – indicate that the fire is slowing down and running out of materials to burn.

Our technicians at SERVPRO of Ventura can handle such cleaning situations with various resources, such automated agitation equipment. An experienced team can help you address the challenges the situation present.

If your property has experienced a fire, contact a licensed fire restoration company likeSERVPRO of Ventura. Do not hesitate to call us, at (805) 656-3911.