The Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons are wonderful times of year when you can spend time with family eating, laughing, playing games, and catching up from the busyness of life. However, one moment you are cooking, and the next moment, a fire has started because proper safety precautions were not taken.
Why it matters: Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with more than three times the daily average for such incidents. Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked second and third, with both having nearly twice the daily average.
Here are some holiday safety tips to help you enjoy time with your family and keep yourself and your family safe.
• Install smoke alarms and test the batteries every month.
• Clean ovens and stovetops to remove grease and dust to prevent fires.
• Do not leave anything cooking unattended.
• Use a kitchen timer to keep track of time while food is cooking.
• Avoid overloading circuits.
• Check cords for any wear and tear.
Keep these safety tips in mind this holiday season to ensure you and your loved ones stay safe this holiday season.
Source: esfi.org
