Georgia law states, "No

charcoal or liquefied petroleum gas or liquid-fueled burners shall be

kindled or maintained on balconies or within 10 feet of combustible patios

on ground floors." That means no cooking is allowed on apartment

balconies. Check with your complex to see if they have a common grilling

area for residents that is safely away from the residential area.

When camping, Oxendine suggests

these campfire safety tips:

If the campsite has a designated

campfire ring, use it. If not, use a shovel to clear a 10-foot area of

all leaves, grass and any other material that might burn. Scoop out a

shallow hole in the center of the cleared area and place rocks around

it.

Never leave a campfire burning

unattended, even for a few minutes.

Keep all flammable objects

(matches, food wrappings, plastic sheets, tents, etc.) away from the campfire.

Be sure your campfire is out

before you leave. Soak it with water, mix ashes with the soil, and soak

again. Take extra care with partially burned wood; hot embers can re-ignite

hours later.