Grilling Season is Here: Experts Warn of Increased Risk of Outdoor Fires and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning As the warmer months approach, many people are eager to trade in their cooking duties for a summer of al fresco dining and backyard barbecues. However, with the rise of outdoor cooking comes a heightened risk of outdoor fires and carbon monoxide poisoning, posing a significant threat to public safety. According to fire departments and health officials, the increased use of grills and other outdoor cooking equipment during the summer months often leads to a spike in preventable blazes and potentially deadly carbon monoxide leaks. As residents fire up their grills, it's essential to take necessary precautions to minimize the risks and ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor cooking experience.
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 ...
