Reports and statistics

In 2003-2006, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 7,900 home1 fires involving grills, hibachis or barbecues per year, including an average of 2,900 structure fires and 5,000 outside fires. These 7,900 fires caused annual average of 10 civilian deaths (to the nearest ten), 120 reported injuries and $80 million in direct property damage.

NFPA report

"Selections from Home Fires Involving Cooking Equipment - Grills," by Marty Ahrens, November 2009.