Preventing Thanksgiving kitchen fires
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Thanksgiving is the leading day for home cooking fires in the U.S., according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).In 2023, an estimated 1,446 home cooking fires were reported on Thanksgiving, marking a 388 percent increase over the daily average. Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked as the second- and third-leading days of the year for home cooking fires.The NFPA says it’s important to stay attentive in the kitchen to prevent fires.Here are a several safety tips for Thanksgiving cooking:– Never leave the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop.– When cooking a turkey, remain at home and check it regularly.– Make use of timers to keep track of cooking times.– Keep things like oven mitts, wooden utensils, food wrappers, and towels at least three feet away from the cooking area.– Always cook with a lid beside your pan. If a small grease fire starts, smother the flames by sliding the lid over the pan, then turn off the burner.– For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed.– Keep children and pets at away from the stove and areas where hot food is prepared or carried.
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