Tag: bbq safety

With summer fast approaching, it can be an exciting time for couples who want to invite family and friends over for a summer cookout to celebrate their new home and life together—or just the new season. However, this cherished pastime can be more dangerous than many realize—especially for younger couples who may be hosting their first cookout. In 2006, STATS reported that approximately 3,500 people nationwide were treated in emergency rooms for grilling injuries, up 10 percent from 2005.