Thanksgiving is almost here and by now many of you are either thawing your turkey or packing the car for a family trip. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are three times as many home cooking fires on Thanksgiving than any other day. In 2017, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 1,600 home cooking fires on Thanksgiving Day.

Many Oklahomans may be considering deep-frying the holiday bird, but that method can present some serious dangers. NFPA says deep fryer fires result in more than $15 million in property damage every year. While your homeowners’ po...