“During the holiday season, various factors contribute to an increased risk of home cooking fires,” said Fire Chief Manuel P. Neves. “A home filled with festivities and multiple guests can easily distract someone during the preparation of a holiday meal. This is when cooking accidents are most likely to happen.”
The Honolulu Fire Department says that an increased fire risk is a reality on Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving Day and the ensuing holiday season present hidden hazards, according to HFD.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving Day is the leading day of the year for home fires involving cooking equipment. The day before Thanksgiving Day represents the second leading day for home cooking fires.
While the number of cooking fires increase during the holidays, it is also one of the leading causes of home fires year-round.