SAFETY RECALL – GEL FUEL (FIREPOTS) 

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and nine manufacturers and distributors have announced a recall of all pourable gel fuel made or sold by these companies. Gel fuel is used with firepots, personal fireplaces, and patio torches.

For more information, go to www.nfpa.org/education.

Facts:
- Stop, drop and roll may not put out clothing involving gel fuel.
- The fuel can ignite even if the firepot is still warm.
- Several deaths and third degree burns have been caused by gel fuel fires.

Contact:

Carol Nolte, Deputy State Fire Marshal  
304-558-2191 
carol.e.nolte@wv.gov