During the Thanksgiving season, the kitchen is the shining star of the home. Unfortunately, the kitchen can quickly turn dangerous if a fire occurs. According to data from the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving Day is the number one day in the United States for cooking-related home fires. Therefore, use these quick home safety tips to help prevent a fire in your home this holiday!
- Make sure cords are not hanging off the counter. Cords from hand mixers, coffee makers, and plate warmers can be irresistible for young children. Make sure all cords are completely on the counter and out of reach of pets and children.
- Clear your stove. Make sure you keep linens, pans, and other cooking utensils away from the stove while cooking. Safely store these items in a cabinet for safe keeping. If your kitchen’s cabinets are worn-down, broken, or otherwise unsafe, our kitchen cabinet refacing services available in Newtown, PA, can provide an affordable way to increase your storage space.
- Keep purses and toys off the kitchen floor. Clutter can cause you to trip, spilling hot liquids and causing serious burns. Make sure to completely clear the kitchen floor before you start cooking.
- Stay in the kitchen while cooking. Remain in the kitchen while you’re cooking to prevent burnt food or fires. Also, remember to check on the turkey frequently while roasting!
- Check your smoke alarms before the big day. Test your smoke detectors by pushing the button on the alarm for a few seconds. If the smoke detector emits a high-pitched squeal, it means that the batteries are working. If the sound is muted or nonexistent, swap out the detector’s batteries before you begin meal preparation.
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