Keeping Your Holiday Fire-Free | SERVPRO of East Brownsville & South Padre Island

12/3/2024 (Permalink)

Stay fire-safe this holiday season with our tips and restoration services. Contact us now!

The holiday season is filled with family gatherings, delicious meals, and festive cheer, but it’s also one of the busiest times for fire emergencies. In fact, November marks a rise in cooking-related fires in Brownsville as families come together to prepare holiday feasts. SERVPRO of East Brownsville & South Padre Island wants to make sure your holiday is as safe as it is delicious! With a few safety tips, you can avoid common holiday fire hazards and keep the festive spirit alive.

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Understanding Holiday Fire Hazards

Holiday meals often mean spending hours in the kitchen, using multiple appliances and sometimes leaving items cooking unattended. However, according to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires. Common fire hazards during this season include:

• Unattended Cooking: Leaving a stovetop or oven unattended, even for a short while, can lead to dangerous flare-ups.
• Grease Fires: Grease is highly flammable, and it can ignite quickly if overheated, especially in frying situations.
• Crowded Kitchens: With family around, a bustling kitchen can lead to accidents with hot pans or stoves.
• Decorative Candles and Flammable Items: Many people like to add candles for ambiance, but open flames near flammable holiday decorations can be risky.

for-a-safe-and-enjoyable-holidayTips for a Safe and Enjoyable Holiday

To help you stay safe while you prepare your holiday meals, SERVPRO of East Brownsville & South Padre Island recommends these easy-to-follow tips:

<h3stay-attentive-in-the-kitchen">1. Stay Attentive in the Kitchen

Keep a close watch on everything you’re cooking, especially when frying, grilling, or broiling. If you need to step out of the kitchen, turn off the stove or assign someone to keep an eye on things. For baking or roasting, set timers to remind you to check the oven periodically.

<h3keep-flammables-away-from-heat">2. Keep Flammables Away from Heat

Avoid placing flammable items like dish towels, paper towels, or packaging near the stove. Make sure to keep cooking oils and sprays away from open flames, as they are highly flammable.

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Always keep a lid or baking sheet nearby to smother small stovetop fires and prevent them from spreading. Never pour water on a grease fire, as it will cause the fire to spread rapidly. Instead, cover the flames or use a fire extinguisher.

to-do-if-a-fire-breaks-out What to Do if a Fire Breaks Out

Despite all precautions, accidents can still happen. If a fire does occur, your first priority is to get everyone to safety and call emergency services. After the flames are out, addressing smoke and fire damage quickly is essential. SERVPRO of East Brownsville & South Padre Island has the expertise to handle fire damage restoration, helping you recover quickly and safely so you can get back to enjoying the holiday season.

For more fire prevention tips or assistance with fire damage restoration, reach out to SERVPRO of East Brownsville & South Padre Island. Our team is here to help you stay safe and keep your home festive and fire-free this holiday season.

Contact us today for more information!