Chip pan safety advice
FIRE chiefs are urging chip lovers to take cake when indulging in one of the nation’s favourite foods.
The warning comes ahead of National Chip Week, running from February 20-26.
Last year, West Yorkshire firefighters dealt with 120 chip pan fires, in which 79 people were injured.
A spokesman said: “The smallest distraction when using hot oil could lead to a devastating fire in a matter of moments.
“Oven chips are a safer and healthier way to enjoy your old favourite.”
Safety tips have been issued for deep fat frying.
If cooking with a chip pan and it does catch fire, firefighters urge people to get out, stay out and call 999.
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