 Thanksgiving Day means a day full of activity, people at home and a busy kitchen. Hi, I'm CPSC Acting Chair Ann-Marie Burkle with tips on keeping things safe while cooking this Thanksgiving Day. Never leave your stovetop unattended. Always stand by your pan. Keep children and pets away from the stovetop while you are cooking. Only use turkey fires outside and away from your home. Never use them in your garage. Make sure you have working smoke alarms throughout your home to protect you and your family. And practice with your family a fire escape plan. In the event of a pan fire, never pour water or flour on a fire. Cover the pan with a lid to smother the flames or use a fire extinguisher if you have one handy. And certainly call 911 if necessary. Finally, check that you have an up-to-date fire extinguisher in your kitchen. Most extinguishers should be replaced after about 12 years. From kitchen to table, make Thanksgiving a safe gathering of family and friends.