Media Release - Fire Prevention Week - October 8-14, 2023

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take when cooking to keep themselves and those around them safe.

“The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department encourages all residents to embrace the 2023 Fire Prevention Week theme, ‘Cooking safety start with YOU,’” said Fire Chief, Ryan Murrell. “A cooking fire can grow quickly. I have seen many homes damaged and people injured by fires that could easily have been prevented.”

When cooking it is important to:
• Watch what you heat. Always keep a close eye on what you are cooking. Set a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
• Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove. Always keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan and turn off the burner.
• Have a “kid- and pet-free zone” of at least 3 feet (1 metre) around the stove or grill and anywhere else hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
For more information about Fire Prevention Week and cooking safety, visit: www.fpw.org, and for fire safety fun for kids, visit: www.sparky.org.

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For more information, please contact:
Kalleen Turchet
Communications Advisor
kturchet@muskokalakes.ca
(705) 765-3156 Ext. 360
www.muskokalakes.ca