Keep your stovetop clear of anything that can catch fire, including oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains. If a cooking fire starts: Be prepared. Keep a lid nearby when you're cooking on the stovetop. If a small grease fire occurs, smother it by sliding the lid over the pan. Turn off the stove and leave the pan covered until it has completely cooled. For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed. Whenever fighting a fire, be sure others leave and that you have a clear way out. If the fire continues or grows, get out immediately! When you leave, close the door behind you to help contain the fire. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number after you leave.
