Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 Traffic Comm addresses HP spaces, temporary speed bump, and EV charging placement By Barbara Taormina T he Traffic Commission made several changes to parking regulations throughout the city at their meeting this month. A handicap parking space on Dedham Street was removed because the resident who needed it had moved. A handicap space added at 37 Tapley Avenue was approved. The commission tabled a motion to make Pearl Avenue, Cresent Avenue and Summer Street 24/7 resident parking. Commissioners agreed that before voting on the motion they wanted some community feedback on the proposal. The Traffi c Working Group presented speed data and proposed traffic calming measures for Rice Avenue and Lantern Road. The Traffi c Working Group is recommending placing temporary speed humps between Lancaster Street and Rice Avenue. Lantern Road also was recommended as a site with a speeding issue. A temporary speed hump is planned for 136 Lantern Avenue, which will be installed in the spring. Speeding was found not to be a factor on East Mountain Avenue. The commission voted to move the proposal for temporary speed humps to a public hearing. Worcester-based Commonwealth Electrical Technologies are proposing on-street electric vehicle charging stations. There are three sites being considered: Proctor Street, Stop cleaning-out your gutters this season Get a FREE full gutter inspection and estimate: 1-855-400-0172 1.We Clean 2.We Reinforce 3.We Install McCoba Street and Hutchinson Street. A representative from Commonwealth said there was community outreach before choosing the sites for the charging stations. The stations will require a 20-foot space, and parking will be specifi cally for charging vehicles for 12 hours each day. The commission tabled the proposal in order to get more information on how the charging stations would work in the neighborhoods. Several people at the meeting noted that it was the fi - nal meeting for City Planner Frank Stringi, who has served on the Traffi c Commission for 41 years. Stringi is just stepping down from the Traffic Commission and will continue to work as city planner. Thanksgiving is leading day of the year for U.S. home cooking fires Special to Th e Advocate N ovember 11, 2025 – An estimated 1,446 home cooking fi res were reported to U.S. fi re departments on Thanksgiving Day in 2023, refl ecting a 388 percent increase over the daily average, according to the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA® ). Christmas Day and Christmas Eve ranked as the second- and third-leading days of the year for home cooking fi res. “Thanksgiving is a hectic holiday with multiple dishes cooking and baking at the same time, and along with guests, entertaining, and other distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what’s on the stove or in the oven,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “With all these factors at play, it’s no surprise that we consistently see a dramatic spike in home cooking fi res on Thanksgiving.” On annual average between 2019 and 2023, cooking accounted for the majority of U.S. home fi res on Thanksgiving Day (80 percent) and 40 percent of the civilian injuries; no civilian deaths were reported. Overall, cooking is the leading cause of U.S. home fi res and injuries and the second-leading cause of home fi re deaths. Unattended cooking is the leading contributing factor in home cooking fi res and fi re deaths. “Keeping a close eye on what’s Debris Buildup Stands No Chance With LeafFilter Our patented system keeps out all common debris uPVC Frame Heavy leaves Pinecones Acorns Pine needles EXPIRES: 11/30/2025 Seed pods Storm debris AN ADDITIONAL 15% OFF+ 10% LeafFilter * Discount For Seniors + Military Get a FREE full gutter inspection and estimate: 1-855-400-0172 Promo: 285 Custom Fit To Your New or Existing Gutters Stainless Steel Micromesh cooking and minimizing the likelihood of getting distracted can greatly reduce the risk of cooking fi res,” said Carli. “As simple as these preventative measures may sound, they truly can help ensure that everyone enjoys a festive, fi re-free holiday.” Following are additional tips and recommendations from NFPA to help everyone cook safely on Thanksgiving: • Never leave the kitchen while cooking on the stovetop. Some types of cooking, especially those that involve frying or sautéing with oil, need continuous attention. • When cooking a turkey, remain at home and check it regularly. • Make use of timers to keep track of cooking times, particularly for foods that require longer cook times. • Keep things that can catch fire like oven mitts, wooden utensils, food wrappers, and towels at least three feet away from the cooking area. • Avoid long sleeves and hanging fabrics that can come in contact with a heat source. • Always cook with a lid beside your pan. If a small grease fi re starts, smother the fl ames by sliding the lid over the pan, then turn off the burner. Do not remove the cover because the fi re could start again. • For an oven fi re, turn off the heat and keep the door closed. Only open the door once you’re confi dent the fi re is completely out, standing to the side as you do. If you have any doubts or concerns, contact the fi re department for assistance. • Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried. Hot foods and liquids should COOKING | SEE Page 19
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