Kitchen Fire Safety

10/9/2018 (Permalink)

This photo is of a kitchen fire started from frying on a gas stovetop.

In 2010-2014, U.S. fire department s responded to an average of 166,100 home structure fires that involved cooking equipment per year.  These fires caused and average of 480 civilian fire deaths, 5,540 civilian fire injuries, and $1.1 billion in direct property damage.

Here are a few tips on how to prevent kitchen fires and keep your family safe.

• Stay in the kitchen do not leave food unattended on the stove.
• Watch your clothing. Keep long flowing sleeves and large fitting shirts tied back while cooking.
• Keep a fire extinguisher near or in the kitchen
• Do not leave towels or oven mitts close to the hot burner.
• Change the batteries in your smoke detector regularly.

For smoke or fire damage call SERVPRO of Rolla, we are always here to help! 573-368-5555