Grilling Season is Here: A Growing Concern for Wildfire Safety. As temperatures rise and the sun shines brightly across the country, millions of Americans are gearing up for their favorite summer pastime: backyard barbecues. But with the thrill of firing up the grill comes a growing concern for wildfire safety. As dry conditions and heatwaves become more prevalent, experts warn that even the smallest spark from a grill or barbecue can quickly turn into a devastating wildfire, putting homes and lives at risk.
As the weather starts to warm across the country, throngs of people will take to the great outdoors to bask in the sun, crack open a cold one and, inevitably, fire up the grill. It's a pattern we all ...