Summer just isn’t summer without the delicious taste of a hot dog, hamburger, steak, lobster, or chicken grilled over an open flame. The only trouble is that grilling is still a fire hazard. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, grills cause an average 6,500 fire per year, and result in an annual property loss of almost $27 million.
Instead of letting more than your meal go up in flames, try following these tips from Smoky the Bear’s fire protection handbook.
Keep It Outdoors.
Never ever grill indoors. Smoky’s fire protection handbooks advises to never bring the grill into the garage or on the porch or any enclosure ever, even if it’s raining. It’s also a good idea to keep your grill away from any branches, eaves, or flammable overhanging items.
Clean It Each Time.
Grill fires aren’t fun. Smoky’s fire protection handbook says that you can avoid these terrifying aftereffects by cleaning the grill before and after each use with a brush. You should also remove the leftover fat buildup in the trays located underneath the grill, too.
Keep an Eye Out.
First of all, you should never leave a grill unattended, because you never know what might happen when you’re not looking. That being said, Smoky’s fire protection handbook also advises keeping pets and children away from the grill at all times, too, to further reduce the risk of something unexpected happening.
You don’t need powerful fire protection products or automatic fire suppression systems when you’re grilling. The only fire protection equipment you really need when you’re grilling is your head. With these tips, you’ll be able to cook up some great food in a way that was absolutely, perfectly safe.
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