Accidents are generally not funny, but on more than one occasion I’ve found myself laughing at someone else’s minor misfortune. Common wisdom and probably psychologists would tell you that it’s nerves, but I blame the video industry. Videos have gone viral in minutes by rendering physical pain hysterical.
Know what the cause of the #1 accident on Thanksgiving is? You guessed it, the deep-fried turkey. Not funny right? This safety video made me laugh. ~Bill
Thanksgiving Is #1 Day For This Home Disaster
If you guessed that cooking fires peak at Thanksgiving, you’re right. What’s more, cooking fires have long been the leading cause of home structure fires and home fire injuries.
Help make sure you’re not the victim of a holiday home fire with these tips:
- Keep a fire extinguisher approved for cooking or grease fires nearby.
- Check to make sure your smoke detectors are working.
- Tell guests where your family has agreed to meet if everyone has to evacuate due to a fire.
- When guests require your attention outside the kitchen, turn off the stovetop.
- Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and around other areas where hot food or drinks are prepared or carried.
Deep-Fried Turkey
Like to deep-fry your turkey? Watch this hilarious State Farm turkey fryer safety video featuring Duck Dynasty’s Sy and Jase Robertson or the classic William Shatner version from 2011.
Switch to Flameless Candles
If you put up your holiday decorations this month, be especially careful with your candles. Better yet, use flameless candles
You can find them at Home Depot and Target.
Candle fires increase during the winter holidays because people burn candles more and they burn them near decorations, the National Fire Protection Association says.
When you use real candles, follow these safety tips:
- Keep candles at least 12 inches from anything that can burn.
- Keep candles out of the reach of children.
- Never leave a child unattended in a room with a candle.
- Don’t leave a lit candle in a room where a child sleeps.
- Use sturdy candleholders that won’t easily tip over.
- Put candles out before they burn down completely to the holder or container.
- Never use a candle in a home where anyone uses an oxygen tank.
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Bill Salvatore is a member of Heroes Home Advantage, a cash back program for Real Estate buyers and sellers. The program honors Veterans and Active Military Members, Fire Fighters and First Responders, EMTs and Emergency Medical Personnel, Nurses, and Teachers. Through the Heroes Home Advantage program, Realtors give a portion of their commission back to the hero in the form of assistance with closing costs.
Bill is also President of the Phoenix Chapter of VAREP, Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals. VAREP is focused on education and employment, making real estate transactions smoother and easier for Veterans and Military Personnel, and instructing other real estate related professionals in the best procedures for dealing with these transactions. VAREP is a nationwide non-profit association with an impressive presence in the Phoenix area.
In founding AZVHV, Arizona Veterans Helping Veterans, Bill has spread his dedication to Veterans and Military throughout the real estate industry. An increasing number of local professionals have joined Bill in offering discounts to these heroes, not only when buying or selling a home but in all aspects of homeownership. AZVHV has developed a wide range of services and is gaining momentum every year. Membership is free. Bill’s only requirements are that businesses be legitimate and willing to offer a discount on their services to Veterans and Military Members.
You can contact Bill at Realty Executives East Valley, 1166 E Warner Rd. Suite 117, Gilbert AZ, 85296. Direct Phone: 602-999-0952. E-Mail: golfarizona@cox.net. Web: www.yourValleyProperty.com. Helpful web sites and blogs: www.AZVHV.wordpress.com / www.cashbackforheroes.wordpress.com / www.VAREP.wordpress.com
