Texoma isn't just stocking up on fireworks for July Fourth, residents are also buying meat for the grill. But be careful there are some risks, like grills fires. And they can pose a serious threat to your home.

The number one reason behind house fires started by grills, the grill is just too close to the home.

"It flares up and doesn't go away.  It doesn't just stay inside the grill! Then you got a problem if it flares up by the house or car port." said W.F.F.D. Battalion Chief Roger Ritchie.

Safety starts by making sure your grill is at least 10 feet away from your home!

 "A lot of people want to be in the shade but you need to get away from stuff, so if you had a problem with your grill it wouldn't catch fire."

When it comes to charcoal grills, firefighters say flare ups are the number one concern. So remember to use the right lighter fluid and don't add any more once you get the fire started! But if you have a gas grill watch out for bad connections.

 "On a propane grill this is where the connection to bottle will be so get soapy water and put around and watch. If you got a leak it's going to make a bubble like big bubbles."

 If that happens, firefighters say try to tighten the connection. If you can't do not attempt to use the grill! It's also a good idea to keep a spray bottle or water hose close by in case flames get out of control. Officials say allow plenty of time for your grill to cool before placing it back up against a house or shed. And if you use charcoal let the ashes cool before dumping them in the trash.