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All good things! I currently have a grill canopy. This covers not only the grill but the cook. A grill canopy is usually made out of metal. There is a small risk of lightning but if you have tall trees and buildings around the risk is lower. A great grill canopy can be found on my Best Grill Canopy page.
It shelters from rain, harsh sun, and leaves me some room to move around. Another option is a grill umbrella. Grill umbrellas help in the sun and the rain to keep you cool and dry. If using an umbrella you need to make sure that it is high enough above the grill to not catch fire. When grilling under a carport make sure to be several feet away from your house to prevent a house fire.
Also make sure that the heat is not climbing too high. Also, if there is excessive smoke you risk discoloration of your carport ceiling.
At my last house the grill was too close to a screened in porch. The screen melted a little from the heat when the lid touched the screen. I learned very quickly to move the grill out away from the screen before heating up the grill. You should not cook with gas or charcoal grills in a garage. Even with the door open there is not enough ventilation.
Carbon monoxide can build up to deadly levels very quickly. If you are using an electric grill make sure the power cord is not sitting in standing water. The grill will still excrete gas, which can be a safety hazard.
If you notice that the flame has gone out, turn off all the gas valves and open the cover of the grill to let any gas escape. You can also try and grill behind a windbreak, like a wall or temporary block. Did you know that food trucks use propane to power their ovens? While a poncho can protect from light rain, it may not do so well against a downpour or wind. You can use a shelter to protect your cook and your grill from the rain. Canopy tents and patio umbrellas are two of the cheapest and easiest options for a makeshift grilling shelter.
Make sure there is proper airflow and ventilation so the smoke can escape. Never bring your grill inside your house to grill food, not even in your garage.
Always have an extinguisher need by in the case of a fire emergency. Always keep an eye on your grill to ensure everything is running smoothly. Rain can get your food soaking wet and cause it to lose its heat and flavor.
Here are some ways you can keep your food safe from rain when you have to grill:. Tinfoil insulates heat and protects from outside elements. You can wrap vegetables in tinfoil to cook them, then leave them in the wrap to transport them to the table. When it comes to meats, once the meat is cooked, place it on a plate and cover it with a layer of tinfoil to protect from the rain and heat it hot and ready for dinner.
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