Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires in the U.S., with nearly three times more fires than the daily average, underscoring the importance of safe cooking practices.
Jason Evans, spokesman for the Dallas Fire Department, warns that turkey fryers that use cooking oil are generally unsafe, as they utilize high temperatures and large amounts of oil, posing serious burn risks.
To reduce the risk of fire or injury when deep-frying a turkey, the Dallas Fire Department emphasizes the need for precaution, such as never leaving the fryer unattended and checking the temperature regularly.
Using a fryer in a garage, overfilling the fryer, and not ensuring the turkey is completely thawed are significant factors that contribute to cooking-related accidents during Thanksgiving.
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