5 Kitchen Habits You Have to Stop—They're a Fire Hazard

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You may think that you’re doing everything right in the kitchen, but according to the National Fire Prevention Association’s

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Here are five kitchen habits that you need to stop doing as soon as possible because they could cause a fire in your home.

You don’t monitor your active stove or oven.

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It may seem obvious, but we’re all at least a little guilty. If you have something simmering on your stovetop

You leave flammable or combustible items around an open flame

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It’s handy to have your oven mitt or potholder nearby, but resting it next to the stove is asking for a disaster.

You assume that your electric stove won’t cause a fire

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While it’s not an open flame, if you’re thinking that your electric stovetop is safer than a gas stove, that’s where you’re mistaken.

Your pot handles face you while you’re cooking

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It’s an easy grab, but it’s in the way, causing a higher likelihood of the pot or pan being knocked over.

You leave your kids and pets unattended in the active kitchen space

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It’s easier said than done, but for the safety of your entire family, McKelvey suggested keeping young children and pets away from the kitchen while you’re cooking.

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