05/28/2026
Kyle Austin is taking a break from the desk to serve up some flavor—and some safety.
Before you flip that first burger, keep these 3 tips in mind when you BBQ:
• If you use a gas grill, always open the lid before turning on the gas and pressing the igniter.
• Switch to a nylon brush, a wooden scraper, or even a crumpled ball of aluminum foil held with tongs to clean your grill rather than a wire brush.
• Keep a fire extinguisher, a bucket of sand, or a garden hose close by.