Kitchen Fire in Southfield, MI

9/14/2022 (Permalink)

Stove that caused the kitchen fire

This house fire in Southfield, MI was the result of a pan sitting on the hot stove with residual grease in it unattended. House fires like this cause a lot of smoke and a lot of soot which is an extensive cleaning process - so leave it to the professionals at SERVPRO of Rochester! 

Which appliances caused the most fires in the last year?

• 14% of washing machines (1,723)
• 12% tumble dryers (1,456)
• 11% dishwashers (1,324)
• 9% cookers (1,080)
• 7% fridges / freezers (861)
• 5% central heating (606)
• 4% toasters / grills (495)
• 4% microwaves (427)
• 3% TVs (372)
• 2% washer dryers (225)
• 1% irons (92)

It is extremely important to practice fire safety, especially with regards to appliances in your home. For a list of fire damage tips please click here.