Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Newsdesk

Killigrew Gardens, St Erme at 03/04/2003 23:01

2 crews from Truro attended and dealt with a chip pan fire which fortunately resulted in no injuries.

Please read the following fire safety advice with regards to Chip Pans
Cooking appliances cause about 50% of all accidental fires, causing 70 deaths and 5000 injuries per year. Chip pans are the biggest single cause of fires in the home. If a chip pan catches fire, follow these safety tips:•
• The chip pan must never be filled more than one third full of fat/oil•
• Dry the food before putting it into hot fat•
• Never add food to the pan if it is giving off smoke• Never leave the pan unattended
o 1. Turn off the heat
o 2. Cover with a damp cloth or lid and do not move it
o 3. Leave for a least 30 minutes
• NEVER PUT WATER ONTO THE FIRE
• If in any doubt don't put your self in danger, leave the room, close the door, call the Fire Brigade. Stay outside.
For More Detailed Advice visit http://www.firekills.org.uk

Related item: http://www.cornwall.gov.uk/fire/fsafety/fs01w.htm