Holiday Cooking Tips for Fire Safety
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, State Fire Marshal Jim Walker is reminding Oregonians to keep fire safety front and center when cooking and preparing holiday meals.
"When friends and family gather at this festive time of year, don't let it be marred by tragedy," says Walker. "By following a few fire prevention tips, you can keep yourself and loved ones safe."
From 2011 through 2015, there were more than 4,000 cooking-related fires in Oregon causing nine deaths,