Safety tips to avoid deep-fried turkey disasters

oven mitts when touching pot or lid handles. If possible, wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from oil splatter.


• Make sure the turkey is completely thawed and be careful with marinades. Oil and water don't mix, and water causes oil to spill over, causing a fire or even an explosion hazard.


• The National Turkey Federation recommends refrigerator thawing and to allow approximately 24 hours for every five pounds of bird thawed in the refrigerator.


• Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher nearby. Never use water to extinguish a grease fire. Remember to use your best judgment when attempting to fight a fire. If the fire is manageable, use an all-purpose fire extinguisher. If the fire increases, immediately call 9-1-1 for help.


• Even after use, never allow children or pets near the turkey fryer.


• The oil inside the cooking pots remains dangerously hot, hours after use.