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Enjoy a Safe Holiday Season

Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late November to mid-January, the time when families gather, parties are scheduled and travel spikes. By taking some basic precautions, you can ensure your whole family remains safe and injury-free throughout the season.

Watch Out for those Fire-starters

Turkey Fryers--The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports there have been 168 turkey-fryer related fires, burns, explosions or carbon monoxide poisoning incidents since 2002. CPSC says 672 people have been injured and $8 million in property damage losses have resulted from these incidents.
Here are some safety tips for safe frying:
• Set up the fryer more than 10 feet from the house and keep children away
• Find flat ground; the oil must be even and steady to ensure safety
• Use a thawed and dry turkey; any water will cause the oil to bubble furiously and spill over
• Fryer lid and handle can become very hot and cause burns
• Have a fire extinguisher ready at all times

Candle and Fireplaces

About 2,200 deaths were caused by fires, burns and other fire-related injuries in 2013. Increased use of candles and fireplaces, combined with an increase in the amount of combustible seasonal decorations present in many homes means more risk for fire.
• Never leave burning candles unattended or sleep in a room with a lit candle
• Keep candles out of reach of children
• Make sure candles are on stable surfaces
• Don’t burn candles near trees, curtains or any other flammable items
• Don’t burn trees, wreaths or wrapping paper in the fireplace
• Check and clean the chimney and fireplace area at least once a year

For more information visit this website:
http://www.nsc.org/learn/safety-knowledge/pages/news-and-resources-holiday-safety.aspx