Nearly 38 million fire extinguishers recalled

Kidde recalled 37.8 million fire extinguishers that may not work because of a faulty handle.

MEBANE, North Carolina -- Kidde recalled 37.8 million fire extinguishers that may not work because of a faulty handle, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.

One person has died because of this risk, officials said.
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Kidde said the extinguishers, which have plastic handles, can get clogged and may not work in an emergency.

The recall involves two styles of Kidde fire extinguishers:

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

There's also concern over the nozzle detaching with so much force that it could injure someone.
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