Show Low Fire Information Corner: Practice safe grillin', while your chillin'

Show Low Fire Information Corner

by Brent Mix Captain/PIO

The weather is warming and it’s time for family gatherings and grilling outdoors! The Show Low Fire District and it’s members would like to share a few safety tips, to keep you safe this grilling season.

• Never use a grill indoors, including garages, overhangs and canopies
• By law -grills must be at least 30 feet away from any multi-family apartment dwelling.
• When using a grill at your single family home – homeowners should use a 10 – foot perimeter from anything combustible – Including your house!
• Do not allow children or pets to play near a grill.
• Keep a fire extinguisher, garden hose or bucket of sand nearby to douse a grill fire
• Inspect your grill before you ignite to ensure everything is in working order.
• Never leave a barbecue unattended.

These are just a few safety tips for being safe this grilling season. In the White Mountains, charcoal barbecues are not aloud during “red-flag” conditions. Due to the danger of high winds and lack of precipitation. Please check with your local fire department, if you have any questions about “red-flag” conditions.
Be Safe, Love Much, Laugh Often.