Many people like to celebrate summer by having a cookout with family and friends. But with more outdoor cookouts and celebrations comes the increased risk of fires caused by grilling mishaps.
The peak month for grill fires is July, with June and August close behind, according to the National Fire Protection Association. These fires can sometimes spread out of control, burning down unattached structures and in the worst case, the entire home.
On top of that, in recent years 19,700 people on average made trips to the ER per year due to grill-related injuries, and more than half of them involved thermal burns, according to the NFPA.
As the summer barbecue season gets in full swing, make sure you are following these top grilling safety tips to keep your cookout free from unexpected flare-ups: Grilling Safety Tips for Your Summer Barbecues