tom wrote:

> My primary reason for going with Nat gas was that in1999 we had a fire
> as a result from a failure in the flexible line the connected our
> propane tank to our gas grill. The firemen on scene were even unable to
> shut down this tank spewing a 6' flame against the back of the house
> till the tank burned itself out. Yes, I'm aware the grill shouldn't have
> been that close to the house but if you look around many of them are.
> When we got moved back into our house I opted for Nat gas with very
> accessible and quick shut offs.

The scenario you describe has always worried me about propane. The tanks
are outside and deteriorate from weather exposure. I just don't
use my grill as much lately so the tanks don't get replaced as much. This
makes me even more hesitant to use them.

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Mort