Malden FD Reminds Residents Of Fire Safety Rules

MALDEN, MA – The Malden Fire Department reminded residents of the city's fire safety rules as summer approaches. During the summer months the use of outdoor cooking equipment becomes more common, and fire officials ask that residents remember the following regulations and practices:

• Charcoal, wood, electric and propane grills are prohibited on porches, balconies, fire escapes or roofs.
• Propane tanks are not allowed to be stored in or on any residential building at any time.
• Grills should be kept clean to prevent grease fires.
• Grilling should be done on ground level, 10 feet away from any combustible walls or structures.
• Grills should not be used under any overhangs.
• Never leave a grill unattended.

Malden is a densely populated city, with older housing stock predominantly constructed of wood frame dwellings which are close together. Residents should remember:

• Outside burning or open burning is strictly prohibited in Malden as to prevent fires from starting and spreading to multiple houses.
• Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits and chimenea fireplaces (whether purchased from a retailer or fabricated) are prohibited in the City of Malden.
• Any outside burning or open burning is a violation of 310 CMR 7.07(3) (e) and is subject to fines.

For more information about the Malden Fire Department and Fire Safety please visit us at https://cityofmalden.org/172/F... or call the Malden Fire Prevention Office at 781-397-7383.