Grilling Safety

Most grill fires start because something that could burn was too close to the grill.  Most grill fires are started by gas grills, not charcoal grills.

Be sure to check the gas tank hose on propane grills for leaks before using them for the first time.

Follow these guidelines to prevent grill fires:

• Never use a grill indoors.
• Never leave a grill unattended.
• Keep the top open when lighting a grill.  If it does not light in the first several attempts, wait five minutes before trying again.
• Keep your grill in clean and good working order.
• When grilling, place the grill away from your home, deck railings, or out from under eaves.

In structures that contain three or more dwelling units, no person shall kindle, maintain, or cause any fire or open flame on any balcony within 15 feet of the structure.