In 2021, nearly 6,200 emergency room visits were related to injuries from fire pits or outdoor heaters. Young children are particularly prone to these injuries, and pets also can get burned. The ...

Fire pits bring camping right to your backyard. Watching the flames dance and smelling the burning wood can transport you to the Great Outdoors, whether you gather around a portable fire pit, a ...

Outdoor fire places and fire pits can create a lovely ambiance and help extend parties by providing warmth and light after the sun goes down. They also can cause serious burns. "We see lots of burns ...

As the fall weather temperatures continue to drop, many people are looking to light up their fire pits and enjoy the dancing flames. But before owners ignite their gas pits or load a log onto their ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether it's in your backyard or at a campsite, gathering around a crackling fire pit with s'mores is a ...

Backyard fire pits have become more common, but along with their popularity is a growing risk of injuries — especially for children — experts warn. Fire pits are nearly ubiquitous in backyards across ...