Lakeville Fire Report: Gas Leaks and Accidents

The Lakeville Fire Department responded to 12 calls for service from Nov. 18 to Nov. 24. 

According to the report, the calls consisted of the following:

• 2 medicals
• 2 motor vehicle accidents (1 with injuries)
• 2 gas leaks
• 1 carbon monoxide incident
• 1 electrical wiring problem
• 2 false alarms
• 2 good intents

• Turkey fryers should always be used outdoors a safe distance from buildings and any other material that can burn. 
• Never use turkey fryers on wooden decks or in garages. 
• Make sure the fryers are used on a flat surface to reduce accidental tipping. 
• Never leave the fryer unattended. Most units do not have thermostat controls. If you don't watch the fryer carefully, the oil will continue to heat until it catches fire. 
• 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. 
• Only deep fry smaller turkeys - up to 12 pounds. 

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