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Is Your Kitchen a Fire Hazard?

9/20/2022 (Permalink)

Is Your Microwave Safe? Make sure stand alone microwaves are free from clutter and vents are not obstructed.
Beware of Common Fire Risks in the Kitchen

Most home fires start in the kitchen during cooking — usually on stovetops —not in the oven. Be sure to stay in the kitchen when cooking, frying, or grilling on your stove top.

  • Check for curtains, towel racks or even paper towel dispensers sitting too close to the burners.
  • Keep Pam, Oil away from burners.
  • If your microwave isn’t built in, make sure it’s clear of surrounding clutter and its vents aren’t obstructed.
  • If you don’t already have one, buy a fire extinguisher to keep within easy reach should something ignite while you’re cooking.
  • Remember, don’t toss water on a grease fire if you’re caught without an extinguisher. If a fire starts in a pan — and many do — put a lid on it to suffocate the flames.

SOURCE: American Red Cross

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