Gasoline Vapors Pose Summer Fire Hazard

Fires, burn injuries and deaths caused by the ignition of gasoline vapors double each year between the months of June and September, according to the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Assn.

The following tips will help you avoid danger when using and storing gasoline and other flammable liquids:

--Use gasoline only as a motor fuel. Don’t use it to clean or remove things or to start a fire.

--Never use or store gasoline indoors.

--Fill lawn mowers, motorbikes, power saws only when the motor is cool.

--When using flammable liquids other than gasoline indoors, open doors or windows on each side of the room and turn off all ignition sources.

--Keep gasoline only in an approved gasoline container. Make sure the container is tightly capped. Never store gasoline in plastic milk jugs or glass containers.

--Store gasoline in a cool place away from the house in a detached garage or shed.

--Keep gasoline and all flammable liquids away from children.