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Can you use a grill after a grease fire?
I was grilling for some friends in my backyard when a grease fire broke out on my propane grill. Luckily I had a fire extinguisher nearby for that exact purpose, and the grill itself is okay since I put out the fire right away. Can you use a grill after a grease fire?
Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
As long as no damage occurred to the grill itself, you can use a grill after a grease fire, but it’s essential that you take some precautions first by properly cleaning it.
As it sounds like you’re already aware, grease fires are notoriously dangerous and you’ll have to act quickly to put them out—and never with water.
Grills become more susceptible to grease fires as they build up oils and grease with each new use. That makes it essential to thoroughly clean your grill between uses.
As long as no damage occurred to the grill itself, here are some steps you’ll want to take to safely use your grill after a grease fire:
- Remove any food remnants from the grill grates and other areas of the grill
- Use a grill scraper to remove any charred food and grease buildup on the grill grates
- Scrub the grill grates clean with warm, soapy water
- Remove any grease remaining around the grill grate area
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