Deep-fried turkey: delicious on the plate, dangerous by the fryer—here’s how to keep your Thanksgiving feast tasty and safe this year.

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Thanksgiving is the peak day for home-cooking fires, with deep-fried turkeys posing major risks, including injuries and significant property damage. Safety experts advise frying only in a cleared ...