- April 5, 2025
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Volusia County firefighter Leslie Jones watches as a frozen turkey causes a column of flame to erupt from the fryer. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Volusia County Fire Marshall Shane Lanoue removes the packaging from a frozen turkey. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Volusia County Fire Chief Joe King issues safety tips on frying Thanksgiving turkeys. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Volusia County firefighters Leslie Jones and Dave Dalzell begin to fry a partly-thawed turkey in a scenario of what not to do this Thanksgiving. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Volusia County firefighter Leslie Jones dips a partly-thawed turkey in the pot, which results in flames as the oil overflows and ignites. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Volusia County firefighter Patrick Cullinane stands by in case he's needed. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
When it comes to frying your Thanksgiving turkey, Volusia County wants to make sure the public avoids making dangerous mistakes.
Such as not leaving your fryer unattended, making sure your turkey is fully defrosted before putting in the pot and having an alternate plan in case of rain.
"All of the sudden, you decide, 'I'm going to cook it in my garage,' and then you have a problem in your house," Volusia County Fire Chief Joe King said. "So always have a plan B for that."
On Monday, Nov. 25, Volusia County Fire Rescue demonstrated at its training facility what not to do when frying a turkey, mistakes that can often end up in flames.
King issued the following safety tips for frying your Thanksgiving turkey:
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