Thanksgiving Fire Safety Prevention Tips

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and feasting. But it can also be a time for hazardous fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires. So before you start preparing your feast, make sure to review these fire safety tips from your American Fork fire restoration experts at All Pro Services. By following these simple precautions, you can help ensure that your Thanksgiving celebration is safe and enjoyable for everyone.

7 Holiday Fire Prevention Safety Tips

1. Always stay in the kitchen when you are cooking. This will help prevent fires from starting due to unattended cooking. If you need to leave the kitchen, turn off your stove or oven and any other appliances you have on that may pose a fire hazard.

2. Keep flammable items like pot holders, towels, and curtains away from the stove and oven, as these can easily ignite in the heat.

3. When you are cooking with oil, be sure to use a skillet that is deep enough so that the oil does not overflow. Also make sure to stay nearby when frying foods, and never leave hot oil unattended on the stovetop or in the oven.

4. Always remember to stay alert when cooking, and do not leave your kitchen in the middle of cooking a meal. If you start to feel tired or distracted, ask someone else to assume cooking duties for a few moments so that you can take a break.

5. Make sure that you keep your smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in good working order, and test them regularly to ensure they are functioning properly. And be sure that everyone in your home knows where they are located and how to use them.

6. If a fire does start, do not attempt to put it out with water. Instead, call the fire department immediately and evacuate your home as soon as possible. And if you or anyone else are injured in the fire, be sure to seek medical attention right away.

7. At the end of your meal, make sure that you properly dispose of your cooking grease by allowing it to cool down, then pouring it into a container and sealing it tightly. Never pour hot grease down your sink or drain, as this can cause serious injury if the oil comes into contact with skin.

By following these simple tips for Thanksgiving fire safety, you can help make sure that your holiday celebration is both safe and enjoyable for everyone in your family. So be sure to stay alert and attentive when cooking this Thanksgiving, and keep these fire safety tips in mind as you prepare your feast!

If despite all your safety precautions you still end up with fire damaged property, be sure to contact your local fire restoration experts for help. At All Pro Services, we serve 7 Utah counties and we are trained in restoring homes and businesses that have been affected by fires of all kinds. Whether your American Fork property needs smoke damage repair, water damage repairs, or any other type of fire restoration services, we can help! Contact us today at 385-855-2252 to learn more about our fire restoration and reconstruction services.