Why Kitchen Fires Happen

When it comes to house fires, it’s been established that the top cause has been from kitchen fires. Kitchen fires in themselves are already considerable trouble, but when you realize that they can burn your entire house down, then it’s important to know how they can happen. It’s best to call emergency restoration professionals in the case of a kitchen gire.

Kitchen fires can be caused by:

  • A frying pan fire – overheated cooking oil which has reached its flash point
  • Overheated coils – in an electric stove, where the temperature has been left on high for too long
  • Burning food in an oven or toaster – be mindful, watch what you’re doing
  • Negligence – fatigue or distraction can cause you to lose focus
  • A gas leak

Knowing these, here are some precautions to take when cooking :

  1. Never leave the kitchen when you’re heating or frying something. Cooking oil