Oskaloosa Fire Department Offers Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Oskaloosa Fire Department

Oskaloosa, Iowa – With the turkey already to hit the over tomorrow, and relatives or friends making the journey for a day of memories, help keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

• Keep all potholders and food wrappers at least 3 feet from all heat sources while cooking.
• Wear tighter fitting clothing with shorter sleeves when cooking.
• Make sure all stoves, ovens, and ranges have been turned off when you leave the kitchen.
• Turn handles of pots and pans inward on the stove to avoid accidents.
• Follow the manufacturer guidelines regarding the appropriate use of aplliances.
• When deep fat frying a turkey, make sure the fryer is placed outdoors on a level concrete or gravel surface. Never use indoors or on a wooden patio deck.
• After guest leave, designate a responsible adult to walk around the home making sure all candles and smoking materials have been extinguished.