Steer Clear of These Springtime Fire Hazards

3/29/2022 (Permalink)

Ah, we’ve made it through winter. It’s time to safely store our holiday lights and space heaters as we make way for the warmer months. As excited as we are for the arrival of longer, brighter days, our SERVPRO team also wants to alert you to a serious springtime fire hazard.

After a long winter indoors, it’s no wonder so many of us are geared up to get outside and grill. We are, too; however, safety should be stressed. Do you know the number of house fires attributed to grills each year? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an average of 8,900 fires result from grilling, annually. 

A contributing factor to these grill fires comes down to cleanliness. Before you fire up the grill this spring, ensure that it is thoroughly cleaned first -- almost 20% of grill fires result from grimy grills. 

If, for whatever reason, your next cookout becomes too hot to handle and you find you need an expert fire restoration service, simply contact SERVPRO of Stoneham / Wakefield.