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Many admit to being drunk in charge of a barbecue
26 May 2012
1.5 million homes have been damaged by fire after barbecuing drunk
A quarter of people in charge of a barbecue have been drunk while doing so and a staggering 1.5 million homes have been damaged as a result, according new research.
A report compiled by More Than Home Insurance raises concerns over safety as the risk rises with a hot summer and long bank holiday weekends ahead, when families are likely to host barbecue parties, fuelled by alcohol.
An overwhelming 80% of drunk barbecuing incidences were caused by men, with the average cost of damage being £383. Although women are less likely to cause such problems, the cost of damage tends to be higher, at around £525.
With sheds, gazebos and trees acting as prime kindle, garden fires can easily get out of hand. But as well as damage to property, the possibility of personal injury to those in charge of a barbecue or guest are greatly increased when drunk.
From Which Magazine.
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