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Give a toss about fire
safety this Pancake Day
TRADITIONALLY Shrove Tuesday marks the
beginning of Lent, when many people throughout the country make pancakes before
they begin a 40 day fast. But amidst all the fun of cooking up sweet treats take
a moment to remember fire safety this Pancake Day.
Accidental fires caused by cooking with oil or frying can be devastating, with a
very high proportion of such fires resulting in injuries.
Gary Oakford, Group Manager at Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, said:-
"Making pancakes can be lots of fun for the whole family and they certainly can
be delicious.
However, over ½ of all accidental fires in the home start in the kitchen so
please take care, especially when cooking with hot oil.
Never leave the pan unattended when the heat is switched on and don't move a pan
if it is on fire. When you have finished cooking, make sure that all the
appliances are turned off and the cooking area is clear.
If a pan does catch light, turn the heat off if it is safe to do so. Never throw
water on it or take any risks. Don't tackle the fire yourself, but rather get
out, stay out and call:- 999."
A working smoke alarm will greatly increase your chances of escaping unharmed.
Have an escape plan and follow it; know exactly which way you will leave your
home and know where you will go.
Don't forget...
► Stay safe, and make sure your smoke alarms work properly.
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Test your smoke alarms every month.
► Change the battery every year (unless it's a
10 year alarm).
► Clean it out properly at least twice every
year, by vacuuming the inside.
For further advice on fire safety visit Facebook
Page or contact
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service on:- 0800 731 5958. |
