Thawing Ground Could Lead To More Busted Pipes As Dirt Shifts
More water line breaks could be in the offing as the ground thaws from last week’s frigid temperatures. McMinnville Maintenance Foreman Eric Adamson said the ground warming causes dirt to shift which could lead to busted pipes. “Older cast iron lines they seem to like to pop,” Adamson said. “The biggest concern is definitely with […]
Thawing Turkey Most Important Step When Frying
Putnam County Fire Chief Tom Brown said making sure your turkey is thawed is the number one tip when attempting to fry your turkey this Thanksgiving. “The biggest danger is the turkey is not thawed,” Brown said. “If it’s still frozen or partially frozen, it’s going to cause a violent reaction when it hits the […]
Ag Extension’s Parrott: Time Is Now To Defrost Turkey
Thanksgiving is days away and now is the time to start defrosting your turkey. Putnam County UT Extension Agent Michelle Parrott said some of the largest turkeys can take up to four days to fully thaw. “What you want to do is make place in your fridge, get a small pan you can place the […]
