For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. So keeping fire safety top of mind in the kitchen during this joyous but hectic time is important, especially when there’s a lot of activity […]
It’s hard to beat the speed of deep-frying a turkey—or the irresistible flavor and juiciness that result. But turkey fryers have the potential to cause fire and serious injury, which is why organizations like Underwriters Laboratories and the National Fire Protection Association advise against using them. If you plan to deep-fry your holiday bird, be sure […]
Statistics show that cooking fires nearly double on Thanksgiving Day, occurring more than twice as often than on another day. Thanksgiving Day home fires cause more property damage and claim more lives than home fires on other days. Please use these fire safety tips: Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stove-top […]
With another holiday here, there will be hundreds of thousands enjoying an outdoor cookout. Here are a few safety tips to make sure you avoid any disaster while grilling. General grilling tips Propane and charcoal BBQ grills should only be used outdoors. The grill should be placed well away from the home, deck railings and […]