Everyone from Alton Brown to William Shatner has warned it’s best to leave deep-frying turkeys to the experts. It’s a risky maneuver that might result in a delicious, golden bird, but might also leave you with a raging fire. This holiday season, federal watchdogs at the Consumer Product Safety Commission made their own warning video, which now joins a long list of videos that prove just how dangerous — and surprisingly explosive — it can be when hot oil meets a still-frozen bird. Enjoy the show!
1. Next Time, He’ll Wear Shoes.
2. Festive Morning-Show Pyromania.
3. NBD Christmas Day Bonfire.
4. Butterballs of Fire.
5. The Troubleshooters.