Grease fires can cause a lot of damage in very little time, so it’s important to know what to do if you ever have one. Here are some tips on how to prevent them.
Most grease fires are caused because a hot pan was left unattended, so make sure you keep watch over your pots and pans when cooking. If you see grease smoking, turn down the heat as quickly as possible before it ignites. To prevent a fire from getting too big, be sure to keep anything combustible away from the stove. This includes towels, paper towels and cookbooks. Smother the pan if it catches on fire. You can quickly place the lid on the pan, but be sure to protect your hands with oven mitts. Remember, don’t ever throw water on a grease fire. Don’t even try to put the pan in the sink or outside. It’s just too dangerous. If you do have a fire, a class ABC fire extinguisher can come in handy. It’s important to have one in your kitchen, garage and in your main living area.
Grease fires can spread rapidly, so it’s imperative to take the right steps to prevent them or extinguish them quickly. Hopefully, these tips will help you do just that.
