Officials Release Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips
The Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office and the National Fire Protection Association ask you to keep in mind the following reminders.
·        Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop so you can keep an eye on the food.
·        Stay in the home when cooking your turkey in the oven, as well, and check on it frequently.
·        Keep small children away from the stove. The stove will be hot and kids should stay three feet away.
·        Make sure children stay away from hot foods and liquids. The steam or splash from vegetables, gravy or coffee could cause serious burns.
·        Keep the floor clear so you don’t trip over toys, pocketbooks or bags.
·        Keep knives out of the reach of children.
·        Be sure electrical cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate warmer or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy reach of children.
·        Keep matches and utility lighters out of the reach of children.
·        Never leave children alone in a room with a lit candle.
·        Make sure your smoke alarms are working by testing them with the test button.
