Last night I came home and got Andy (the stray) inside set up in my spare bedroom. I fed the outside strays, and then settled in to make my dinner. I wanted Salmon, so I preheated the oven to 425 and walked out.
I went to change into my bed clothes, washed my face, and was getting ready to play with Andy. Suzie came running down the hallway, and she was screetching loud. I thought Andy had gotten out of my bedroom (door is loose) and she got scared.
I opened the door all the way, and I immediately saw smoke. My eyes were burning. I went to the kitchen and opened the oven. Appearently when I made a Turkey last week the grease got onto the bottom of the oven. When I turned it on, it ignited the oil.
First thought, Get the cats to the bedroom with carriers. I have a door right outside of my bedroom, so I could get them out. I grabbed Suzie and Penny, stuck them in my shirt. I had Hannah by her arm, and Stash was following us. Puff was already in the bedroom. I got Andy and Romeo.. M.E went running under my bed. I was SO scared.
I went back grabbed my cellphone and called...of all people... MY MOM! I did not even think to call the fire department. I was so scared I was not thinking straight. By now the fire is blaring, and I throw water on it.. YES I KNOW... Grease and water dont mix... But at that time I did not think about the grease from the turkey. Then my mom said find the fire extinguisher. I found it under the sink. Fire was put out. All is ok.
I had to leave the doors and windows open to let the house air out. I was so glad my cats were ok.
I am typing this, as a warning... PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DONT LEAVE YOUR OVEN UNATTENDED!! I know I was not out of the room but for 10 minutes, and it was a mess. I Thank God my cats were safe, and that my house was spared. Just so you know, Fire is my biggest fear. Please dont be dumb like me and walk away.
ALSO check your fire detectors. I took the batteries out of mine about 2 weeks ago, because I needed them for something else PLEASE ALSO CHECK FIRE DETECTORS REGULARLY!!
I want to thank Suzie for telling meowmie something was not right. I am so glad I have her. She is my little Angel, and a daddys little girl. I believe she was made 'specially for ME!!!
Four More Coming!!!!
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