Thanksgiving is the Leading Day for Home Cooking Fires:
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), home cooking fires peak on major U.S. holidays like Thanksgiving and unattended cooking is the leading factor in cooking fires and fire deaths.
Here are a few tips to avoid burn injuries and fire related deaths this Thanksgiving:
– Make sure all fire alarms are working properly.
– Don’t multitask. Focus on your cooking. Distractions and lack of focus in the kitchen can become disastrous.
– Use a timer when cooking to keep track of your dish.
– Avoid loose clothes – especially long sleeves that can catch fire.
– Avoid food poisoning by properly cooking all foods. Make sure the turkey is cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
– Keep electric cords and sharp knives out of the reach of children.
– If you are planning to fry your turkey, plan ahead and be smart. There are several videos online to guide you in safely frying a delicious turkey. Never put a frozen turkey in the fryer.
Thanksgiving is a Great Time to Make Memories with the Children
During this family time, it is important to include the Kids in the Kitchen as you prepare your Thanksgiving Meal. Kids love to be involved and this is a chance to teach them the importance of kitchen safety and cooking.
Safe Holiday Travel
Thanksgiving is one of the most traveled holidays of the year. Unfortunately, distracted drivers can make Thanksgiving deadly. To address an alarming increase in traffic related deaths in 2015, the Georgia Department of Transportation launched DriveAlert ArriveAlive which recently reported that 1,216 people died in Georgia crashes through November 22, 2015. This number is sure to increase over the holiday season.
Here are a few tips to stay safe on the road this year:
– Wear seat belts.
– Put down your cell phone. Never text and drive. A distracted driver is a dangerous driver.
– Use extreme caution at dusk when pedestrians are more difficult to see. More pedestrians are killed between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. than at any other time.
– Do not drink and drive
– Avoid driving while using pain medication
– Avoid drowsy driving
– Drive the speed limit
Life is precious and is too often lost due to the carelessness of inattentive drivers. Keep those you love safe and set a good example for your children with safe driving practices.
No matter how careful you are, you may still be the victim of another’s negligent driving. If this is the case, do not tackle the insurance companies alone. Whether you are injured or have lost a loved one in a car wreck, you will need a personal injury lawyer like Attorney Joel Williams to protect your legal rights. Joel specializes in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. Call or email Williams Elleby Howard & Easter today for your free consultation: 833-LEGALGA or joel@gatrialattorney.com
