Summer Season: Peak Time for Grilling Fires

NFPA urges grillers to be mindful of safety

As summer kicks off, home chefs everywhere are reaching for their grills, eager to usher in the long-awaited barbecue season. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that grillers pay particular attention to safety in the spring and summer months when home fires involving grilling incidents occur most often.

Three out of five households own a gas grill, according to NFPA’s latest “Home Grill Fires” report, which translates to a lot of tasty meals. But it also means there’s an increased risk of home fires.

In 2009 – 2013, an annual average of 8,900 home fires involved grills,...

 

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