While the stress of the holidays may be overwhelming and skipping a couple of unseen chores may be tempting— we’re not trying to fan the flames—quite the opposite.
We’d like you and yours to avoid flames this Thanksgiving.
Here are a few tips for a fire-safe Thanksgiving
- Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stove top
- Stay in the home when cooking your turkey and baking
- Keep children 3 feet away from the stove and hot foods
- Keep turkey fryers at least 10 feet away from your home or other buildings
- Make sure your smoke alarms are working by pushing the test button monthly
An estimated 1,610 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments in 2022, reflecting a 399% increase over the daily average.
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Taking these precautions can help you avoid a tragedy.
For more on keeping your home safe in case of a fire, check out our initiative Keep Michigan SAFE
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