With 57 percent of annual grill related fires occurring May through August, July being the peak month, it’s important to learn and practice grill safety..
Outdoor grilling is one of the most popular ways to cook food in the summer, but it can also be a dangerous fire hazard. According to the National Fire Protection Association and Consumer Product Safety Commission, an average of 8,900 home fires involving grills, hibachis, or barbeques occur each year in the United States causing about $118 million in property damage.
For more information on grilling safety and to learn how to stay safe this summer, click here.