(The most commonly used is kerosene, also called paraffin. Lamp oil and kerosene have similar chemical properties and are often selected. These oils have a high ignition point and are relatively safe. Disadvantages are heavy smoke and strong smell. Both fuels are toxic, and inhalation is harmful to human body.

Others use naphtha in fire fighting performance, also called white gasoline, Coleman oil and lighter oil. However, naphtha has a low ignition point and is volatile, which may burn performers. It is also poisonous. It's even more dangerous for a fire-breathing performance.

Gasoline and alcohol are the most dangerous and must not be used. Their ignition point is very low, and they will burn and burn the actors if they are not careful. )