{"id":318,"date":"2013-11-14T09:00:21","date_gmt":"2013-11-14T15:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.osfsaintanthony.org\/blog\/?p=318"},"modified":"2026-04-17T14:08:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T19:08:10","slug":"avoid-these-hazards-for-a-safe-fun-thanksgiving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/avoid-these-hazards-for-a-safe-fun-thanksgiving\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid These Hazards for a Safe, Fun Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"1372787_21894386\"With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it\u2019s important to keep in mind some of the hidden hazards that could potentially cut your festivities short.<\/p>\n

According to the U.S. Fire Administration, more than 4,000 fires occur on Thanksgiving Day. To avoid fires, follow these simple safety tips:<\/p>\n

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  1. Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop.<\/li>\n
  2. Do not leave food cooking in the oven when no one is home.<\/li>\n
  3. Keep children away from the stove and oven.<\/li>\n
  4. Keep children away from hot items, steam or liquids.<\/li>\n
  5. Keep your floor clear of items to prevent falls.<\/li>\n
  6. Ensure that cords are not dangling off the counter.<\/li>\n
  7. Make sure your smoke alarm is working.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In addition to fire safety, there are other health hazards that are common around the holiday season:<\/p>\n

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    1. \u00a0Be sure your turkey is not undercooked. Follow the directions that come with your turkey on how to properly cook it.<\/li>\n
    2. The most common cause of choking is talking while eating. If a person is unable to cough or talk, call 9-1-1. The American Red Cross recommends a technique called FIVE-and-FIVE<\/a> for choking victims. If you know that maneuver, attempt it to dislodge the obstruction.<\/li>\n
    3. Be sure you properly store and refrigerate leftovers. You should put your food away within two hours of serving it.<\/li>\n
    4. If you have pets, don\u2019t give them turkey bones. Turkey bones are hollow and are more likely to splinter and cause tears in the animal\u2019s esophagus, stomach or intestines.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Thanksgiving is the beginning of the holiday season.\u00a0 These simple tips will help you to have a safe season of love and fellowship with your friends and family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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