Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Polgoon Close, Penzance at 01/08/2004 12:47

Two appliances from Penzance were mobilised on receipt of this call. On arrival the fire, which had been caused by a saucepan left on the cooker, was found to be out. A person at the address was treated by Brigade personnel for the effects of smoke inhilation and then taken care of by West Country Ambulance personnel.

Kitchen Fire Safety Advice

The most important point about cooking is to avoid being distracted. Most kitchen fires occur when people leave things unattended.

If you're called away from the cooker - by the phone, say, or by someone at the door - take pans off the heat. It's the easiest thing in the world to forget about them.
Don't let yourself be distracted while cooking.
Don't cook if you're affected by alcohol or prescription drugs.
Turn saucepan handles so they don't stick out (and aren't over another ring).
Keep the oven door shut.
Don't put oven gloves or tea towels down on the cooker after you've used them.
Always clean the grill pan after using it.