Reusable BBQ mistake increasing fire risk in gardens this summer

Reusable BBQs have been banned by Andy Burnham09:39, 16 Aug 2026Experts are warning homeowners that failing to clean reusable BBQs after each use could have serious consequences.‌Following Andy Burnham's ban on disposable barbecues over the fire risk they pose, Neil Mckenzie, home safety expert at Halton Stairlifts, has warned homeowners about the lesser-known fire risk of resuable BBQ's.‌“Leaving your BBQ uncleaned after a summer cookout isn’t just unhygienic, it's actually a huge safety hazard. During a heatwave, built-up grease and fat turn the bottom of your grill into a tinderbox.‌READ MORE: Major update on HS2 viaducts near Solihull after 'significant achievement'“All it takes is a single stray spark to ignite a dangerous grease fire that can quickly spread to dry surfaces, including