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KINGSPORT — For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. Thanksgiving is the No. 1 day for home cooking fires in the U.S., so keeping fire safety in mind in the kitchen during this joyous but hectic time is important. As you start preparing your holiday schedule and organizing that large family feast, the Kingsport Fire Department urges you to follow a few simple safety tips so you can enjoy time with your loved ones and keep yourself and your family safe. Thanksgiving by the numbers: • Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, followed by the day before Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and Christmas Eve. • In 2015, U.S.