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Thanksgiving cooking
Thanksgiving is the peak day of the year for home cooking fires.
- Stay in the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop.
- Set timers and check on the turkey often.
- Keep kids 3 feet away from the stove and hot food.
- Turkey fryers are risky: never use one indoors, on a deck or under a roof, and thaw the turkey completely first.
- If an oven fire starts, keep the door closed and turn off the heat.
In an emergency, always call 911.
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Outdoor burning & brush fires
Dry leaves and wind make spring and fall prime time for brush fires.
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Fireplaces & wood stoves
Have the chimney checked before the first fire of the season.
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Space heaters & heating
Heating equipment is a leading cause of winter home fires.
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