REGINA — Oct. 8 to 14 has been proclaimed Fire Prevention Week in Saskatchewan.
The theme for this year's Fire Prevention Week is “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.”
The leading cause of kitchen fires is unattended cooking. It is vital to stay in the kitchen while frying, boiling, grilling or broiling food. Safe cooking starts with you, says the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency in a press release.
"Most fires that occur in the kitchen are preventable," Saskatchewan Fire Commissioner Marlo Pritchard said.
"Simple steps like setting a timer to remind you that you are cooking and having a one-metre 'kid-free zone' around the stove can keep everyone safe."
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) will recognize Fire Prevention Week by partnering with the Warman Fire Department for a public education event to be held at the Warman Fire Hall on Oct. 11. The event will include a live safety demonstration and interactive activities such as the Public Education trailer for students. The public is welcome to attend.
To learn more about the SPSA or find out more about fire prevention visit saskpublicsafety.ca.
Bookmark SASKTODAY.ca, Saskatchewan's home page, at this link.
