Outdoor grilling causes 3 separate fires across GR this week

Jan 23, 2024

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — It's been a very busy week for the Grand Rapids Fire Department.

Within three days, firefighters have been called to three separate fires that have all been caused by outdoor grilling.

The fire department says a total of 13 people have been displaced, and more than $330,000 of damage has been caused between two homes and a garage.

The National Fire Protection Association says gas grills were involved in an average of 9,079 home fires per year, including 4,454 structure fires and 4,625 outdoor fires.

Meanwhile, statistics show charcoal or other solid-fueled grills were involved in 1,440 home fires per year, including 754 structure fires and 686 outside fires annually.

Due to the recent uptick in fires, the GRFD is sharing some information to help help reduce the risk of fire when grilling outside.

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