Baking Soda Fire Pail

This morning I was talking with a group of friends. 

The subject of kitchen fires and fire extinguishers came up. 

I mentioned the baking soda kitchen pail, 

and none of them had ever heard of it. 

Funny how we can think some things are common knowledge,

but I guess it really depends on what you grow up with. 

My mother had a baking soda fire pail on top of the ovens, 

which was right next to the stove top. 

I don't know that my mom ever had to use it for a kitchen fire, 

but it was there and ready if ever needed. 

The Fire Pail is simply a one pound coffee can

filled with baking soda and covered with

the cans plastic lid. 

You can print "Fire Pail" on some red paper and

cut it to size for the can. 

Wrap the can and glue or tape the paper in the back 

to secure it. 

Put it within easy reach of your stove, so it is at the ready. 

This does not replace having a real fire extinguisher in your kitchen, 

which may be necessary for a larger fire. The baking soda is for 

small fires, especially grease fires.  Never throw water

on a grease fire, instead grab for your Fire Pail!!

As Always,

ENJOY!

and STAY SAFE!