By Stephanie Chan

Everyone loves a good barbecue, so much so, that we can forget that they are a fire hazard. According to the American Burn Association, it’s estimated that outdoor cooking grills alone have caused 6,000 fires, and gas-grills caused 2,700 fires in just one year.

Fire-related accidents can occur in a blink of an eye so Savvy Aunties should always be attentive of where the children are playing.

Here are some tips on how to keep everyone burn-free this summer:

- Protect your nieces and nephews from burns this summer by steering them well away from the general cooking area.

- Set-up grills a safe distance from the children’s general playing area, as well as anything flammable, such as fences and trees.

- Have someone supervise the grill at all times.

- Soak coals in water to avoid potential re-ignition, then dispose of them in a metal container.

- Be careful not to spill any lighter-fluid on yourself or the area around you.

- Educate yourself, and the kids, about fire-safety, and what to do in the event of one.

To read more about summer burn safety and precautions, click here.

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Published: July 28, 2014