Summer Fires Safety Tips in Newton Wellesley

8/6/2021 (Permalink)

Summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors, have fun, and have plenty of gatherings. SERVPRO of Newton Wellesley is available 24/7 including holidays and

Many fires are caused in the summertime for various reasons: grilling outdoors, family gatherings, and celebrations. However, there are specific ways fires can happen in the summer months. 

Grill fires: Fires from grills happen when someone mishandles the igniting of the grill.

Make sure you are in a grill-friendly environment where are no branches, roofs or overhang to help prevent a fire.

Air Conditioning Fires: Inadequate wiring can cause a fire because of electrical malfunctions. If your AC heats up, call for help immediately to ensure it doesn’t transfer to something nearby. 

Smoking Fires: Smoking fires are common throughout the year; they are the leading cause of fatal fires. Make sure to keep cigarettes are properly put out before throwing them on the ground. 

Summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors, have fun, and have plenty of gatherings. The weather isn’t the only thing that heats up during these few months; be aware of the risk of fires.

SERVPRO of Newton Wellesley is available 24/7 including holidays and weekends to assist you and get your home back to “Like it never even happened.”