Arsonphobia is the irrational fear of fire, fire sufferers, or fire damage. The term combines 'arson' (deliberately setting fire) with 'phobia'. People with this condition may panic around flames, stoves, or even discussions about fire. Fear of life is not a standard phobia classification. Fear of stone would be lithophobia. Fear of animals is zoophobia. Arsonphobia can stem from traumatic experiences with fire or can develop without clear cause.