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Learn How to Protect Yourself from Burns When You’re Near Fires

No one wants to deal with a burn injury, yet it happens to thousands of Americans every year. At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas, we can’t stress enough how important it is to contact us if you’ve been burned as the result of someone else’s negligence – just call us at 909-982-0707 for your free consultation. Otherwise, read on to learn how you can protect yourself and your family when you’re near a fire.

Fire can be fun but only if you’re safe

There are a number of reasons that you may be exposed to fire. Whether you’re cooking for your family and standing over a hot grill, have built a fire in a fire pit in the backyard, or you’re camping around a fire, these fires can be a lot of fun. They can help keep you warm, they can set the mood, and they can cook the food you eat for dinner. However, you must remember that at the end of the day, they can be beautiful or they can be dangerous.

There are numerous concerns when near fire

While avoiding burn injuries is a good enough reason in and of itself, it’s not the only reason that you want to be careful around fires – you also want to make sure you’re not starting a wildfire. Remember that in California, starting a wildfire can be a criminal offense. That’s why you must take all necessary precautions every time you start a fire. Here are some of the best tips we’ve found.

Make sure your fire pit is far away from structures

When you’re building a fire pit, keep it at least ten feet away from any other type of structure, but preferably keep it 25 feet away. You should also avoid starting a fire where there’s any type of branch or other greenery hanging above it, and make sure that you’re starting the fire on a surface that isn’t going to start fire, like concrete instead of grass.

Be careful when you’re starting the fire

One of the most dangerous parts of the fire is starting it. If there’s a strong California wind, then remember that anything can become engulfed in your flames – which is why we recommend not starting a fire on a windy day at all. You also need to make sure you’re not using flammable liquids like gas or lighter fluid, and are instead using products that are specifically made to be commercial fire starters.

Make sure an adult is around at all times

Never leave the fire unattended and make sure that at least one adult is watching it at all times. If you or someone you love has been injured in a fire that was the fault of someone else, then you need to contact a California personal injury attorney. Reach out to Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas today at 909-982-0707 to get a free case evaluation. We’ll let you know exactly what your options are.