VIDEO: The Loves Park Fire Department was on high alert this Thanksgiving, prepared to respond to emergencies despite the holiday. Lieutenant Jarvis Dixon, who has worked multiple Thanksgivings, emphasized the importance of being on duty as the world doesnโt stop for holidays. Kitchen fires and carbon monoxide issues are common during Thanksgiving, posing significant risks to families.
โItโs important that weโre here on Thanksgiving. Like I said earlier, the world doesnโt stop because itโs a holiday,โ said Lieutenant Jarvis Dixon. โItโs also an increased day for fires and carbon monoxide, which is the silent killer,โ Dixon noted. โNot a lot of people know about that. Or even have working carbon monoxide alarms or working active fire alarms in our house.โ
Carbon monoxide can originate from various home appliances used during Thanksgiving, such as stoves, grills, and fireplaces. These sources can become dangerous if not properly monitored.
