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Why ban disposable BBQs?
Disposable barbecues are a fire risk because they can remain hot for hours and easily ignite dry grass or other flammable materials, especially in hot weather. The story shows the Prime Minister's request to stop their sale as a direct response to curbing wildfires, suggesting a link between their use and fire incidents, particularly during heatwaves.
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PM Burnham asks shops to stop disposable BBQ sales.This explainer came from a news story
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