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SUMMER FIRE SAFETY...
Every year Americans look forward to
summer vacations, camping, family reunions, picnics, and the Fourth
of July. Summertime, however, also brings fires and injuries due to
fireworks and outdoor grills. Annually more than 8,000
Americans are injured by fireworks and grill fires. More
than half these injuries occur during the first week of July.
USFA's National Fire Data Center
estimates that yearly outside cooking grills cause more than
6,000 fires, over 5 fatalities, more than 170 injuries, and $35
million in property loss. Gas grills alone cause over 2,700 fires,
80 injuries, and $11 million dollars damage. Most of the gas
grill fires and explosions were caused by gas leaks, blocked tubes,
and overfilled propane tanks.
In addition to outdoor cooking,
improper use of fireworks causes more than 6,000 fires and more
than $8 million in damage.
Fireworks
Safety...
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The best way to enjoy fireworks is
to visit public fireworks displays put on by professionals who
know how to safely handle fireworks.
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If you plan to use fireworks, make
sure they are legal in your area.
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Never light fireworks indoors or
near dry grass.
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Always have a bucket of water
and/or a fire extinguisher nearby. Know how to operate the fire
extinguisher properly.
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Do not wear loose clothing while
using fireworks.
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Stand several feet away from lit
fireworks. If a devise does not go off, do not stand over it to
investigate it. Put it out with water and dispose of it.
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Always read the directions and
warning labels on fireworks. If a devise is not marked with the
contents, direction and a warning label, do not light it.
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Supervise children around fireworks
at all times.
Barbecue
Safety...
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Before using a grill, check the
connection between the propane tank and the fuel line. Make sure
the venturi tubes - where the air and gas mix - are not blocked.
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Do not overfill the propane tank.
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Do not wear loose clothing while
cooking at a barbecue.
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Be careful when using lighter
fluid. Do not add fluid to an already lit fire because the flame
can flashback up into the container and explode.
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Keep all matches and lighters away
from children. Teach your children to report any loose matches
or lighters to an adult immediately. Supervise children around
outdoor grills.
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Dispose of hot coals properly -
douse them with plenty of water, and stir them to ensure that
the fire is out. Never place them in plastic, paper or wooden
containers.
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Never grill/barbecue in enclosed
areas - carbon monoxide could be produced.
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Make sure everyone knows to Stop,
Drop and Roll in case a piece of clothing does catch fire. Call
911 or your local emergency number if a burn warrants serious
medical attention.
Campfire
Safety...
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Build campfires where they will not
spread, away from dry grass and leaves.
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Keep campfires small, and don't let
them get out of hand.
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Keep plenty of water and a shovel
around to douse the fire when you're done. Stir it and douse it
again with water.
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Never leave campfires unattended.
