OLDER ADULT FIRE SAFETY - COOKING

Most fires in the home start in the kitchen. For older adults, fires that begin while they 
are cooking are the third leading cause of fire death.

The kitchen is a high danger zone for fire, so be extra cautious when cooking. Remember not 
to leave cooking food unattended. Don’t wear loose clothing when cooking. Keep towels and 
pot holders away from the range. And, never use the range or oven to heat your home. 

This message is brought to you by the United States Fire Administration, your local fire 
department and this radio station.