Summer is the season of grilling, camping, and nightly bonfires outside in the beautiful weather. While the typical summer activities bring family, friends, and fun together, any activity involving fire can cause injuries and damage if not dealt with safely. Here are some fire safety tips to follow to protect you and your family and friends this summer.
Bonfires
Nothing says summer like a bonfire in the backyard on a warm evening. Bonfires are a great way to bring friends and family together for a good time, but if safety precautions are not taken, it can lead to danger. Here are some tips for ensuring your bonfire is fun and safe for all:
Fireworks
Fireworks are exciting and spectacular on a summer night. While the oo’s and ahhs show how enthralled everyone can be with the light show, fireworks can be extremely dangerous if not dealt with properly. Here are some safety tips to follow to make sure the fireworks fun doesn’t turn into an explosive crisis:
Candles/Torches
While candles are used year round, citronella candles and tiki torches are used primarily in the summer. They are great way to add ambiance and a bug-free environment to any outdoor gathering, but can be potentially dangerous if not monitored properly. Here are some tips to prevent dangerous situations with your candles or torches:
Keep yourself safe from fire-related injury this summer. By following these safety tips, you can ensure you and your family will have a safe and fun summer. If you have experienced injury in a fire-related accident, get the compensation and legal guidance you deserve by contacting a personal injury lawyer at O’Keeffe O’Brien Lyson Foss Attorneys. Working with an attorney will give you peace of mind knowing you are in the hands of those who know how to help you. Contact them today.
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