Tips to avoid grill fires

6/1/2021 (Permalink)

The summer is the peak season for grilling fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, from 2014 to 2018, grills, hibachis, or barbecues were involved in more than 10,600 home fires per year.

Homeowners need to check the readiness of their outdoor cooking equipment – like grills and propane tanks – to help ensure summer cooking fires don’t become house fires.

1. Check your grill for cleanliness and damage. Remove grease or fat buildup from the grills and in trays below the grill before the first use and after each subsequent use.
2. Position your grill well away from your home and deck railings, and out from under eaves and overhanging trees.
3. Keep children and pets at a safe distance – at least three feet from the grill.
4. Never leave the grill unattended when in use, and always grill outside.
5. For propane grills: Check for leaks in the gas tank hose, and open the top before lighting the grill.
6. For charcoal grills: DO NOT add starter fluid to the fire, and dispose of remaining coals in a metal container.

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