Call emergency services if you’re too afraid to go near the fire or don’t know what to do. Do not risk life and limb to save a kitchen.
If you have time, put on an oven mitt first to protect your skin.
Also avoid using ceramic lids, bowls and plates for this purpose. These can explode and become dangerous shrapnel. [3] X Research source
Table salt will also work. If you can get your hands on that faster, use salt. Do not using baking powder, flour or anything other than baking soda or salt for this. [5] X Research source
