Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office says Don’t Let Your Summer Barbecue Go up in Smoke
June 17, 2018
Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office
Nashville, TN – While summer is the perfect time to break out the grill and spend time with family and friends, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is alerting Tennesseans to the dangers that accompany outdoor grilling season.
From 2013-2017, Tennessee fire departments responded to 200 fires involving grills, hibachis, or barbecues. Those fires resulted in four civilian injuries, three firefighter injuries, and $3.4 million in property damage, according to the Tennessee Fire Incident Reporting System (TFIRS).
Grilling-Related Fires Resulted in Injuries, $3.4M in Property Damages from 2013-17
USDA Grilling Food Safety 101
July 3, 2013
Washington, D.C. – Questions received to USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline about grilling meat and poultry increase during spring and summer months.
In anticipation of the popular summer grilling holidays like Memorial Day weekend and the Fourth of July, I have put together some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive about grilling.
Outdoor Grilling
Spicy Breads Add Style to Fall Entertaining
October 21, 2012
Nashville, TN – Fall in the South is a season to celebrate. The trees are turning beautiful colors and there’s a nip in the air – a great time to get together with friends and family.
Whether you gather round the TV to watch sports, tailgate or take a picnic to a park, the pleasure comes from being together, cooking good food and telling lots of stories.
(L to R) Roasted Corn and Red Pepper Corn Cakes with Avocado Salsa, Sweet Cheese and Chile Corn Muffins and Sausage and Cheese Appetizer Biscuits.
