Welcome to the Montour Falls Fire Department

BBQ Tips

• Read all instructions on your grill prior to use, especially safety, handling, and operation

• Clean the grill thoroughly before and after using. This is to avoid grease build up that can cause flare-ups and/or fire.

• NEVER put lighter fluid directly on flames!

• Keep all grilling activities away from buildings, houses, and garages.

• Store all lighting fluids safe and away from children.

• DO NOT use grills inside houses garages or on wooden porches.

• Have a multipurpose A-B-C fire extinguisher, a garden hose, bucket of water, or sand nearby incase of fire.

• Never leave the grill unattended.

• Keep all children and pets away from the grilling area (at least 5 feet in all directions)

• Use only fluids recommended for charcoal grilling, and dispose of charcoal properly in a metal container dowsed and stired with water. Check cooking area for proper extinguishment as well.

• Use proper grilling utensils for safe handling.

• In case of a fire, and you are unable to extinguish the fire immediately, call the fire department!