Municipal Affairs and Environment
December 15, 2017
Public Advisory: The 12 Days of Fire Safety – Day 7
Cooking and baking brings people together and is an important part of the holiday season. It is important to follow safe practices when in the kitchen. Cooking is a leading cause of home fires year-round and particularly during the holidays.
Cooking tips:
- Do not leave your stovetop or oven unattended when in use;
- Do not cook if you are impaired by alcohol or other drugs;
- If cooking food submerged in oil, use a pan or fryer with a thermostat control;
- Keep anything flammable, such as oven mitts, a safe distance from sources of heat.
In case of fire:
- Keep a lid nearby when cooking to smother very small grease fires. Cover the pan, turn off the stovetop, and leave it alone until it cools;
- If food catches fire in your oven, turn off the heat and ensure the door remains closed;
- Always use a fire extinguisher on a grease fire; never use water.
- The main priority is to get out of the home. Evacuate the building and then call 911.
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2017 12 15 10:20 a.m.