Although most residents of Florida's Gulf Coast can enjoy warm-weather activities throughout the year, the summer months still allow many of us time to take part in barbecues and other outdoor festivities. However, according to the U.S. Fire Administration, summer brings "extreme heat" with it, and higher temperatures can make certain activities more dangerous.
Preventing BBQ Grill Fire Damage this Summer
Worried About Sinkholes in the Tampa Bay Area? You Are Not Alone
For residents of Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties, news of sinkholes forming and causing property damage is, unfortunately, a relatively common occurrence. According to an article from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, sinkholes "are a common feature of Florida's landscape," due to the geologic makeup of the area. While many sinkholes do not cause serious property damage, recent news stories about potentially dangerous sinkholes in the area have left a number of homeowners concerned about their risks of property damage.