The Dorchester County Fire Department wants to keep you safe in the kitchen as you prepare Thanksgiving dinner for your family.

Thanksgiving is just a few days away and with that means many people are going to be turning on their ovens to cook their Thanksgiving turkey. According to statistics from the American Red Cross, Thanksgiving,

According to fire officials, cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home injuries. By following a few safety tips you can prevent these fires from happening, especially during a time when a lot of people are in their kitchens cooking up that Thanksgiving meal.

Who doesn’t love a great Thanksgiving feast with all the fixings on the table? The biggest debate often centers around whether baked turkey or fried turkey is better. However, when it comes to Thanksgiving,

As Thanksgiving tables are set and turkeys are cooked, fire officials are encouraging the public to practice fire safety in the kitchen.

Here are some tips to keep your day in the kitchen safe: Never leave your food unattended. Keep children away from the stove or any hot liquids. Make sure your smoke alarms are working. Keep your cooking space free and clear of any hazardous electric cords. Keep matches and lighters out of reach of children.

Cooking is what causes most holiday fires, and that's why fire prevention starts in the kitchen. Lt. Greg McLellan of Pensacola Fire Department says these house fires are often preventable. With the holiday season comes family, festive food and an increased risk of your home catching fire. Cooking is the cause of more than 50% of all house fires.

Studies show there are more cooking fires on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. Fire prevention expert Amanda Swenson says all Iowans should know how to use a fire extinguisher before there’s a sudden flare-up on the stove.

Thanksgiving is almost here and it's important to be careful when cooking your holiday meals to avoid causing a fire.