One in Three Home Fires in Colorado Springs Originates From Cooking, Authorities Say
I don’t know about you, but when the crisp air rolls off Pikes Peak, I immediately feel that Thanksgiving energy in the kitchen. It’s the time when families gather, the oven is running nonstop, and the smell of roasting turkey fills the house. But here’s the thing—this busy, cozy kitchen vibe is exactly what makes Thanksgiving the most dangerous day of the year for home cooking fires.
According to the National Fire Protection Association data, cooking fires spike by a staggering 240% on Thanksgiving compared to a normal day. That’s not just a number—it means hundreds of homes across the country are at risk in just one day.
And while nationwide stats are alarming, Colorado Springs matches this trend closely. One in three residential fires in the city starts right in the kitchen, with roughly 100 homes affected every year…