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It's almost time to break out the deep fryer and go to town on that Thanksgiving day turkey, but remember, fryers are not always your friend.

The Charleston Fire Department would like to remind everyone of the potential dangers involved in frying a turkey this holiday season and how to safely operate a fryer.

The Post and Courier has the department's safety tips right here.