A Thanksgiving turkey frying gone awry turned a $3 million Connecticut mansion into a smoldering ruin, as firefighters battled flames for 16 hours and a rogue car made the situation even saucier.

The fiery fiasco began around 3:40 p.m. when a Thanksgiving feast took a disastrous turn, leading to a blaze that rendered the luxurious, 10,000 square foot home uninhabitable. Firefighters struggled against both the inferno and a car that carelessly drove over their hose, interrupting the water supply and making this turkey tragedy even more complicated. Thankfully, all residents escaped without injuries—but the mansion’s unfortunate end serves as a cautionary tale for those considering deep-frying in enclosed spaces.

Despite the unusual Thanksgiving menu tragedy, the official cause of the fire remains under investigation, leaving many to speculate about how one might mistakenly think a garage is an appropriate deep-frying zone. Perhaps they were inspired by the 'Pioneer Woman' who’s known for her culinary adventures, albeit she probably wouldn’t recommend frying with a side of structural collapse.

Firefighters first received an alert from the mansion's automatic fire alarm system before a chorus of 911 calls confirmed the worst fears of local residents. The alarm must have sounded like a gavel, declaring that dinner was over and it was time for immediate action. With their usual bravado, the fire crews rushed to the scene, fueled not only by adrenaline but, no doubt, by the collective knowledge that Thanksgiving turkey frying should probably be reserved for backyards, not garages.

Once on-site, firefighters were met with a challenging scene: dangerous fire conditions and the looming threat of structural collapse. This led to what one could describe as a rather aggressive fire attack. However, the flames were not taking any prisoners and spread rapidly, leaving first responders overwhelmed. It turns out that fire behaves like any good Thanksgiving guest—quite voracious and not easy to contain once it gets comfortable.

Adding to the chaos, a vehicle unwittingly played the villain when it drove over a hose that firefighters relied on for their water supply, resulting in a disheartening pause in their attempts to quench the inferno. It’s unclear whether the driver had a better sense of direction than a fire hose, but it certainly provided a monumental moment of unwanted drama. Firefighters reported that, for several minutes, their efforts to fight the fire resembled a poorly timed water balloon fight, where someone forgot to fill their balloons in advance.

The aftermath showcased the charred remains of what was once a beautiful mansion, with photos capturing piles of burnt wood and melted furniture as clear indicators of a Thanksgiving gone terribly wrong. With just a few walls still standing, the site now resembles the grand finale of a fireworks show—plenty of smoke, remnants of grandeur, but not a turkey in sight. The combination of holiday cheer, fried fowl, and unfortunate flammability paints a picture of what not to do, as the residents tragically learned their lesson the hard way.

As the investigation continues, and lessons are learned about turkey frying via a tutorial in common sense, it is safe to say that this Thanksgiving will be one to remember—not for the food but for the fiery ordeal that unfolded. While all residents escaped the fire unscathed, it's a stark reminder of the potential hazards associated with holiday cooking.