Spraying water is not a good way of putting out an oil fire or an electrical fire. Why not?

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Water should not be used on fires caused by electrical appliances because the person spraying water might receive an electric shock and could be killed. Similarly, water carries the burning oil with it and hence, spreads the fire.

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