Bourbonnais, IL – Fire officials in Bourbonnais are urging residents to think twice before using turkey fryers this Thanksgiving, citing serious fire and burn hazards that can occur within seconds.
According to the Bourbonnais Fire Protection District, turkey fryers may seem like a quick way to prepare a holiday meal, but they carry significant risks. Tests conducted by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) demonstrated how easily these devices can ignite. In one test, flames erupted almost instantly, setting fire to the structure’s deck and roof.
Home cooking fires spike on Thanksgiving Day each year, and turkey fryers are a leading cause, officials said. The devices can cause severe burns, injuries, and extensive property damage. The NFPA strongly discourages their use, recommending residents instead opt for safer cooking alternatives such as oven-roasted or air-fried turkeys.
“As you prepare for your holiday meal, please choose safer cooking methods and help keep your family — and our community — protected,” the department said in its public safety post.
Fire officials are reminding residents to never leave cooking unattended and to keep children and flammable materials away from heat sources during the holiday.
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving, officials added, emphasizing prevention as the best protection against fire.
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