Put out a pan fire with a lid
Never throw water on a grease fire. A lid or baking sheet smothers it instead, and the burner goes off.
- Leave the pan where it is. Don't carry it to the sink.
- Slide a pan lid or a baking sheet over the top.
- Turn the burner off.
- Keep the lid on until the pan has completely cooled, or it can reignite.
Tip: Never use water on a grease or oil fire. When in doubt, get everyone outside and call the fire department from there.
Try it now: Find a lid or baking sheet that covers your biggest frying pan and keep it within reach of the stove.
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