Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? The Fire Department!

Cooking is the #1 cause of home fires and home injuries. These 5 tips could save your dinner and your life.

Tip #1: Be alert. Don’t leave food unattended on a hot stove.

Tip #2: Keep oven mitts, dish towels and wooden utensils away from the heat.

Tip #3: Wear close-fitted clothes with short or tightly rolled sleeves.

Tip #4: Don’t place metal or foil in the microwave.

Tip #5: Never throw water on a grease fire! Smother the flames with a lid on the pan.

Bonus tip:  Keep a fire extinguisher nearby… and read its instructions before you need it!

Check back for more safety tips as part of National Fire Prevention Week.