The boil-over phenomenon One of the most dangerous scenarios is flammable liquid fires. Proper prevention measures and rapid, informed responses are critical to minimizing its devastating impact. A boil-over flame occurs in fires involving flammable or combustible liquids, particularly in large storage tanks or containers. It happens when the heat from the fire causes water trapped beneath the liquid to vaporize rapidly. This leads to a violent expulsion of the burning liquid, spreading flames a