Community Updates

Follow these simple tips to reduce the risk of fire in your home:

• Do not leave stoves, ovens, and ranges unattended—stay in the kitchen so you can keep your eyes on the food.
• Make sure to keep children and pets away from the stove to avoid serious burns.
• Roll up your sleeves or wear short sleeves while cooking so your clothes do not start on fire.
• Set timers to keep track of cook times.
• Keep pot holders and food wrappers away from heat sources while cooking.
• After your guests leave, be sure all cooking appliances are off and all candles are blown out.
• Call 9-1-1 immediately if an oven fire occurs!

When deep frying turkeys there are a number of things to remember:

• Only use an approved turkey fryer with four legs and a built-in thermostat so proper oil temperature can be maintained. Make sure the fryer cannot tip over, a major cause of most fires.
• Fry outdoors, away from buildings and other combustible items. Never use a fryer indoors. Keep children and pets away while frying.
• Follow instructions on what size turkey should be used, how it should be cooked and what type of oil to use.
• Make sure the turkey is completely thawed and dry. Lower the turkey into the hot oil slowly.
• Never leave the fryer unattended. Wear fry gloves; regular oven mittens may not be insulated enough.
• Splashing oil can cause a flash fire and serious burns, so be careful.