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Thanksgiving is No. 1 day for home cooking fires, fire officials warn

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, fire departments across the country are reminding people that the holiday is also the primetime for house fires caused by cooking. An estimated 1,446 home cooking ...

Officials say cause of Portland fire not likely to be determined due to extent of damage

The State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the Friday fire that devastated businesses along Custom House Wharf in Old ...
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Thanksgiving cooking safety: Traverse City fire department warns of deep-frying dangers

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Thanksgiving Day is around the corner and many are already starting to prepare their holiday meals. According to the National Fire Protection Association, ...

Warning issued over leaving cooking unattended

A WARNING has been issued to not leave cooking unattended this festive season. The fire service has issued the warning ahead of Christmas Day as the county gets ready to sit down with their families ...
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NFPA: Thanksgiving is Leading Day of Year for U.S. Home Cooking Fires

QUINCY, Mass. – An estimated 1,446 home cooking fires were reported to U.S. fire departments on Thanksgiving Day in 2023, reflecting a 388 percent increase over the daily average, according to the ...