“Don’t Let Your Thanksgiving Get Wrecked, Here’s How to Protect”

11/18/2015 (Permalink)

Thanksgiving Day is the when the most kitchen fires occur during the year. The following is a list of tips and tricks to help you and your family have

“Stand by Your Pan”

Fires often start when items cooking are left unattended, so always stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, baking or broiling food. If you must leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the oven or stove.

“Dress to Impress”

Avoid wearing loose clothing or dangling sleeves while cooking. Loose clothing can easily catch fire if it comes in contact with a gas flame or electric burner.

“Keep the Scene Clean”

Be sure your stove top and oven are free of grease, which can easily catch fire. Additionally, keep all combustible cooking accessories, such as pot holders, oven mitts and wooden utensils, away from the stove top.

“Stay on the Safe Side, Keep the Kids Occupied”

Be sure your stove top and oven are free of grease, which can easily catch fire. Additionally, keep all combustible cooking accessories, such as pot holders, oven mitts and wooden utensils, away from the stove top.

“In the Heat of the Moment”

There’s an endless amount of things to do and people to see on Thanksgiving, use timers to help you remember to check on each dish in the oven or on the stovetop.

“Do It Right, Keep It in Sight”

Store fire extinguishers in plain sight and near an exit - not under the sink, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Because fires can double every five to 10 seconds - and can consume a room in just one minute - call 911 first.

“You’ll Only Make it Hotter If You Use Water”

Do NOT put water on a grease fire. Turn off the source heat and attempt to remove all oxygen from the flame. You can cover with another pot, or baking pan. If you cannot cover the fire, dump lots and lots of baking soda on it.

“If You Want Your Bird Fried, Do It Outside” 

Frying must be done outside, away from any structure, and preferably on a concrete slab or other level, non-slip, non-wooden surface. Hot oil is dangerous; take all precautions.