Partially burned papers should be handled with caution to prevent:

Handling partially burned papers with caution is essential primarily to prevent further combustion. When papers are only partially burned, they still contain combustible materials that can ignite easily, especially if exposed to heat or open flames. By managing these materials carefully, you reduce the risk of reigniting the fire and causing additional damage or creating a hazardous situation.

Partially burned materials can smolder and might not show visible signs of being active fire, but they can still have enough heat to ignite surrounding materials. Preventing further combustion is crucial in any fire suppression scenario to ensure that the situation is safely contained.

While injury, water damage, and creating a mess are also important considerations when dealing with hazardous materials, the priority in this context is to mitigate the risk of any additional fire spread. Understanding this helps maintain safety and control during fire mitigation efforts.