The Holidays Are Here: Kitchen Fires Are Preventable!

11/9/2021 (Permalink)

While fire remediation companies are available to help you rebuild your home, the preferable option is likely to avoid a fire. While wishful thinking will not always prevent a disaster from happening, when it comes to kitchen fires, you can follow four tips to limit the possibility of a grease fire.

1. Stay alert
2. Remain present
3. Use a timer
4. Remove flammable items

Stay Alert

Kitchen fires and damage often occur because someone lets their guard down while cooking. It is easy to become distracted, especially when dealing with complicated recipes that involve long periods of cooking. However, it is vital that you stay alert. Therefore, if you are drowsy or have had a few drinks, then it might be a good idea to hold off making that fancy meal.

Remain Present

When it comes to kitchen fire prevention tips, the best one is to remain present. Do not leave the kitchen when you have things frying/cooking on the stove. If you must leave, then find someone willing and able to watch it for you while you are away. Kitchen fires can happen in an instant, and they require quick responses to limit any damage.

Use a Timer

If no one is home and you have to leave the kitchen, set a timer. It is easy to become distracted with other things. A timer will bring your attention back to the kitchen.

Remove Flammable Items

Before cooking anything on the stovetop, make sure that you remove any potentially flammable items. For example, move cloth oven mitts and any boxed or plastic objects. You need the workspace to be clear of any fire risks.
The four tips above will help to reduce your risks of a kitchen fire. However, keep in mind that fire is dangerous, and if something your cooking does ignite and you can't extinguish it, get to safety and call 911.