Staying safe in the holiday season kitchen Gene Marrano November 23, 2015 1 minute read Preparing the big Thanksgiving meal often means lots of time in the kitchen – and distractions that can bring the potential for fire and accidents. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has some safety tips: Share: Post navigation Previous: Opening day for Elmwood on IceNext: Women dies in fatal two-vehicle Giles County crash Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0