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BBQ Safety

 July 10, 2021

BBQ Safety

BEFORE BARBECUING

  • Check your grill thoroughly for leaks, cracking or brittleness before using it.
  • Check the tubes leading to the burner regularly for blockages. Check with your specific grill manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Make sure the grill is at least 10 feet away from your house, garage or trees.
  • Store and use your grill on a large flat surface that cannot burn (i.e.- concrete or asphalt).
  • Don’t use grills in a garage, porch, deck or on top of anything that can catch on fire.  Never use a propane barbecue grill on a balcony, terrace or roof. It is both dangerous and illegal.
  • Keep children away from fires and grills. It is a good idea to establish a safety zone around the grill and instruct children to remain outside the zone. A chalk line works great for this purpose.
  • Have a fire extinguisher, a garden hose attached to a water supply, or at least 16-quarts of water close by in case of a fire.
  • Before getting a propane cylinder filled, check for any damages to it.
  • Never transport or store propane cylinders in the trunk of your automobile.

DURING BARBECUING

  • Don’t wear loose clothing that might catch fire.
  • Use long handled barbecue tools and/or flame resistant mitts.
  • Never use any flammable liquid other than a barbecue starter fluid to start or freshen a fire.
  • Never pour or squirt starter fluid onto an open flame. The flame can easily flashback along the fluid’s path to the container in your hands.
  • Keep alcoholic beverages away from the grill, they are flammable!
  • Never leave the grill unattended.

BBQ SAFELY

  • When lighting your propane barbecue, make sure all the connections are secure and open the lid and strike your match or lighter BEFORE turning on the gas.
  • ALWAYS shut off the propane fuel at the grill and at the bottle after you have finished barbecuing. Otherwise, this will lead to fire hazards, such as leaks and faulty regulators.
  • Store your BBQ and propane cylinder outdoors.
  • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the safe use, cleaning and maintenance of your BBQ.
  • Test your cylinder for leaks on a regular basis. When testing for leaks, never use matches or an open flame. Use soapy water or a leak detector.
  • Store your cylinder away from heat and insert a safety plug on the valve.

AFTER BARBECUING

  • Always follow the manufacturer’s cleaning and storing instructions that accompany the grill.
  • Keep your grill clean and free of grease buildup that may lead to a fire.
  • Never store liquid or pressurized fuels inside your home and/or near any possible sources of flame.

 IN CASE OF A BARBECUE FIRE

  • For PROPANE Grills – turn off the burners. For CHARCOAL Grills – close the grill lid. Disconnect the power to ELECTRIC Grills.
  • For PROPANE Grills – if you can safely reach the tank valve, shut it off.
  • If the fire involves the tank, leave it alone, evacuate the area and call the fire department.
  • If there is any type of fire that either threatens your personal safety or endangers property, ALWAYS DIAL 911.
  • NEVER attempt to extinguish a grease fire with water. It will only cause the flames to flare up. Use an approved portable fire extinguisher.

REMEMBER

  • Propane barbecue grills and no more than two (2) 20-pound propane tanks are allowed on the grounds of a one or two-family home, but be sure to follow the fire safety precautions above.
  • Only use a charcoal barbecue on a balcony or terrace if there is a ten-foot clearance from the building and there is an immediate source of water (garden hose or four (4) gallon pail of water).

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Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1
6 days ago
Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1

District 28 was part of a structural strike team and regional cover for Matawan today. As there was a large woods fire involving a decommissioned railway bridge from the 1940s.The fire got precariously close to homes but never extended to any. #morganvillefiredepartment #marlborofire281 #matawanborofiredepartment Morganville Fire Department Marlboro Fire Department District #1 ... See MoreSee Less

District 28 was part of a structural strike team and regional cover for Matawan today. As there was a large woods fire involving a decommissioned railway bridge from the 1940s.The fire got precariously close to homes but never extended to any.  #morganvillefiredepartment #marlborofire281 #matawanborofiredepartment Morganville Fire Department Marlboro Fire Department District #1Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment
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If you look to your right going from Main Street to Atlantic over the Little St Bridge, you'll see it. I'm 75. When I was young, we could swim under there. Walk the trestle too hoping no train came. The lake filled in tho so that part of lake Matawan is only small creek now. The kids used to jump off the Little St Bridge, (some more than once). Our presumed off the trestle.

Where’s exactly was this ? Hope everyone is okay !

Do we know what caused the fire yet? 💯%

Great work!

Good work. And thank you from a retired 29-2990. Also I grew up on the block near the tracks near lake. And I think it’s a shame it was left to be destroyed. I know that New Jersey transit owns it and they gave a fight when MONMOUTH county wanted to connect The Henry Hudson Trail.

In case you're not familiar with where in Matawan this occurred, use "42 Park Ave" as a reference on Google Maps, and look at the aerial view. The train trestle is just beyond the usable part of the Henry Hudson Trail where it ends at Stillwell St/Water St.

My moms house was about 500 ft up on 1st street and lake Blvd. thank goodness no wind 🌬️.

Katie Dunston

Good job

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Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1 is at Buffalo Wild Wings.
2 weeks ago
Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1

On Monday April 3rd from 11am to Midnight, come out to Buffalo Wild Wings in Morganville and help us raise funds for our department! Just show this ad on your phone or print it out, that simple. Also valid on call in orders. Any help is greatly appreciated by all.

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On Monday April 3rd from 11am to Midnight, come out to Buffalo Wild Wings in Morganville and help us raise funds for our department! Just show this ad on your phone or print it out, that simple. Also valid on call in orders. Any help is greatly appreciated by all. 
@bwwings
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Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1
3 weeks ago
Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1

District 2 was requested for a vehicle fire near a residence. While Chiefs 266 and 267 were enroute. Dispatch confirmed a working vehicle fire. First due engine stretched 2 , 1 3/4” hand lines , command requested tanker second due, because of a long driveway in a remote area. Fire was quickly knocked down. ... See MoreSee Less

District 2 was requested for a vehicle fire near a residence. While Chiefs 266 and 267 were enroute. Dispatch confirmed a working vehicle fire. First due engine stretched 2 , 1 3/4” hand lines , command requested tanker second due, because of a long driveway in a remote area.  Fire was quickly knocked down.Image attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment
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Great job guys!!

Doesn't look like it's powered by a Lithium Ion Battery...

Cooked expedition.. and brand new too.

Great job !!!

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