By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer
BOLIVIA, NC — With Thanksgiving approaching, firefighters serving the Sunset Harbor and Zion Hill communities are reminding residents to put safety first if a turkey fryer is part of their holiday plans.
In a recent public safety message, District 18 encouraged residents using traditional oil fryers to take several precautions before cooking begins.
Among those recommendations are setting up fryers outdoors on a sturdy, level surface at least 10 foot from a home, keeping them off decks and away from garages and roof overhangs, and ensuring turkeys are fully thawed and dry before being placed in hot oil.
District 18 also reminded residents to stay with the fryer while it is in use and to keep children and pets at least three feet away from the cooking area.
Firefighters further emphasized that water should never be poured on a grease fire. If oil ignites, residents should back away and call 9-1-1
The reminder comes as many families begin final preparations for Thanksgiving meals and holiday gatherings.
“Let’s keep the sirens off the Thanksgiving playlist,” the department stated in its message.
Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26.
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