07/29/2026
The Pembroke Fire Department provided a Teen Grilling Safety Demonstration at the Pembroke Library on July 29, 2026. The event was sponsored by the Pembroke Town Library.
Many thanks to Kirsten and the Library staff for hosting the event. Area teens not only learned about grille safety, such as:
- Keeping your grille clean and only use it ten (10) feet from combustible material such as your house.
- Only use propane cylinders outfitted with an approved OPD device with your grille.
- Do not leave your grille unattended at any time while grilling food.
- If you have a malfunction with your grille, stop using it and get it repaired prior to using it.
- Make sure to turn off the gas supply every time after using your grille.
They also got tips on how to regulate the temperature for the best outcome based upon the type of food being cooked.
The fire department was assisted by Grillmaster Seth Chidester, of the Pembroke EMS department with many thanks.