Thanksgiving. What a great holiday. Family, friends,
feasting, fun and football. What’s not to like? If you want to keep this
holiday a safe one for you and your family, there are some things to remember.
In anticipation of next week’s festivities, I thought it would be a good time
for a few gentle reminders.
Traveling? Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of
the year; by plane, train or car, millions will travel to spend the holiday with
family and friends. When you’re behind the wheel, don’t let the distractions
get to you, put away the cell phone, and if you’re starting to get drowsy (especially
after the big feast) pull off the road. Name a designated driver if you plan to
indulge, make sure everyone is buckled up, be prepared for traffic delays and
inclement weather. If you are going to be away from your house, remove
tell-tale signs of your absence; mail piling up, no lights on, etc. Make sure
your house is not a target for thieves.
Let’s talk turkey – literally. Every year firefighters
respond to house fires caused by families deep frying the turkey. If you plan
on frying the bird this year, do it safely – outside, away from the house and
children and pets, and with a grease fire rated fire extinguisher on hand –
just in case. Take all the safety precautions necessary to avoid mishaps. Know
the do’s and don’ts of fryer operations.
That goes for the kitchen too. A fire extinguisher on hand
for any emergencies is a good thing. Oh, and how about making sure the smoke
alarms are in working order? Check.
Read up on food safety rules. A call to the Poison Control Center
shouldn’t be part of the day’s festivities. Take extra care with children and
pets.
Last but certainly not least - don’t stress. Thanksgiving is
about sharing time with family, expressing gratitude and enjoying the moment. A
less than perfect bird or burnt pumpkin pie doesn’t really matter.
Now, go forth and prepare the celebration – SAFELY.
Posted by MJ Thomas
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