Girard Thanksgiving Fire Prevention

11/23/2020 (Permalink)

Most fires occur because of the oil. It can spill and tip over which leads to fires, burns and other serious injuries

We, at SERVPRO of Southern Trumbull County, would like to wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. We hope you stay healthy and safe during these unprecedented times. Things might not go as traditionally as they normally would in 2020, but we still have the comfort of small family gatherings and great food to look forward to. SERVPRO of Southern Trumbull asks you and your family to be as safe as possible this Thanksgiving. And we are here to help.

As much as we love Thanksgiving; it is also the nation’s leading day for cooking fires. The number of cooking fires is actually three times as high than any other day of the year.

Why is this? We all cook a lot throughout the year. Why is Thanksgiving so different? Jammed stovetops, crowded kitchens, turkey fryers, and candles are just a few of the culprits.

When you are cooking multiple dishes for Thanksgiving things can get messy. And I am not just talking about the amount of dirty pots and pans. Make sure you are starting with a clean slate. The stove, oven, and microwave should all be wiped down and cleaned. Remove any residual food and grease from burners. Stay in the kitchen and do not leave your dishes unattended. Make sure the set a timer for the turkey and check it frequently. Keep a flame-resistant oven mitt, potholder, or lid close by to smother the flames if need be. If you should have an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the oven door closed. Make sure your smoke alarms are operational and working before starting any cooking.

Turkey fryers should never be used inside the home, your garage, or a covered patio. Make sure oil is not overfilled. Most fires occur because of the oil. It can spill and tip over which leads to fires, burns and other serious injuries. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby in the case of emergency.

According to the USFA, candles are responsible for an estimated 15,600 residential fires a year. More than half of the total are due to placing them too close to flammable holiday decorations. Keep flames isolated and away from fabrics.

Should you ever need SERVPRO of Southern Trumbull County’s assistance with fire restoration---we are always here to help. We are here 24/7, 365 days a year, and even on Thanksgiving. We thank our community for making us the premier restoration company in the area. We wish you and your family the best. Call us at 330.392.6355 our experienced professionals can help with any size job, large or small. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us to you.