A fire in a pile of canvas would be classified as a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — class A

Canvas is a fibrous textile material composed of organic fibers. Combustion involving solid cellulosic materials like canvas constitutes a Class A fire, requiring cooling agents such as water streams or fog to extinguish glowing embers.

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