BURNING QUESTIONS
Safety Tips for Small Fires
Fire is one of mankind’s greatest tools, but it can also be a deadly threat if not handled with care. The U.S. Fire Administration reported that there were over 1.3 million fires in 2016 and over 3,000 deaths. Here are a few safety tips to help you deal with small fires. Campfire Once the s’mores are all gone, drown your campfire with a bucket of water and then mix the ashes and embers with soil. Add more water, then feel the coals, partially-burned wood, and rock fire ring, making sure everything is cool to the touch. Before you walk away, drench everything in water again. Campfires are the second leading cause of forest fires, and it just takes one stray ember to start a fire. Grease Fires If a fire starts while you’re cooking in the kitchen, it’s probably a grease fire. Never put water on a grease fire! The high heat will cause the water to boil instantly, creating an inferno that will
WORD SEARCH July Electrical Fires Frayed wires or overloaded circuits result in hundreds of electrical fires every year. Much like grease fires, you do not want to pour water on an electrical fire, as it can result in you getting electrocuted or the fire spreading. Instead, if possible, turn off the device causing the fire and unplug it safely. Then try to put out the fire with baking soda, smother it with a heavy blanket, or use a fire extinguisher designed to deal with class C fires. These are tips to address small fires, but if a fire is large or doesn’t go out right away, then evacuate the area and call 911 immediately. In an emergency situation, the sooner you contact professional help, the better the outcome will be. splatter grease out of the pan and send flames everywhere. The best solution for a grease fire is to smother it. If a fire starts on the stove, turn off the burner, put an oven mitt on your hand, and slide a metal pot lid over the flames. After the fire is out, leave the lid on and let the pan cool.
BLUE CHEESE BUFFALO DOGS AND CELERY SLAW
No matter where you stand on the great ketchup versus mustard debate, you’ll love these spicy, tangy, easy-to-make buffalo dogs. They’re the perfect way to elevate your Fourth of July cookout.
Ingredients • 1 package of your favorite hot dogs • 1 package hot dog buns • 1 bottle Frank’s RedHot sauce • 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
For Celery Slaw: • 4 celery stalks, very thinly sliced • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice • 1 teaspoon olive oil • Celery salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
Directions 1. For slaw, toss all ingredients together and season with celery salt and pepper. 2. Grill hot dogs and toast buns. 3. Assemble hot dogs, douse with hot sauce, and top with celery slaw. 4. Top with blue cheese, add another splash of hot sauce if you’re feeling extra spicy, and serve. Inspired by Bon Appetit magazine
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