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Contributed by: Donna Roberts on 10/9/2008

Vero Beach, Florida November 2008-As AREA residents prepare Thanksgiving Day meals, the American Red Cross North Treasure Coast Chapter urges families to be cautious in the kitchen and to take action to prevent a home fire. Thanksgiving Day has more than double the number of home cooking fires than an average day according to the U.S. Fire Administration. In fact, each year more than 4,000 fires occur on Thanksgiving Day.

"Unattended cooking is the leading cause of Thanksgiving Day home fires, and it's easy to understand why," said Sarah Ruwe CEO of the American Red Cross North Treasure Coast Chapter. "It's so easy to become distracted and lose track of what's happening in the kitchen when you are enjoying spending time with family and friends."

"We want everyone in AREA to have a happy and fire-free Thanksgiving Day, so we're urging people to stay alert and keep safety in mind while preparing a holiday feast," said Ruwe.

To prevent kitchen fires, the Red Cross recommends that you keep potholders and food wrappers at least three feet away from heat sources while cooking. In addition, stoves, ovens, and ranges should be turned off if the responsible adult leaves the kitchen. Also, set timers to keep track of turkeys and other food items that require extended cooking times.

If you plan to use a turkey fryer this holiday season, the American Red Cross strongly recommends that you follow all manufacturer guidelines regarding the use of these appliances.

If you are entertaining guests, it's a good idea to designate a responsible family member to walk around the home making sure that all candles and smoking materials are extinguished once guests leave.

North Treasure Coast Chapter responded to more than 62 home fires last year here in St. Lucie and Indian River Counties, and provided families with emergency assistance including shelter, food, counseling, and more. This support is dependent on the generous financial contributions of AREA residents. You can help the Red Cross continue to be ready to respond and help fire victims by making a financial contribution to American Red Cross North Treasure Coast Chapter today.

For more Red Cross fire safety and preparedness information visit www.redcross.org/homefires.

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Bob McCarthy

Development Director

American Red Cross

North Treasure Coast Chapter

2506 17th Avenue

Vero Beach, Fl. 32960

772 562 2549 (p)

772 633 1288 (c)

772 778 5500 (f)

bob.mccarthy@ntc-redcross.org

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