Holiday Turkey Frying Safety As we head into the holiday season, the Excelsior Springs Fire Department wants to remind everyone to take extra precautions when deep-frying turkeys. While delicious, turkey fryers can be extremely dangerous when used improperly. Safety Tips: ✅ Always use your fryer outdoors, on a flat, level surface, never in a garage, on a porch, or near anything that can burn. ✅ Make sure your turkey is completely thawed and dry before frying. Ice or water mixed with hot oil can