Having a picnic or cookout at a park or a beach is a great summer tradition, but the warm weather means bacteria can quickly take over your food. ... BUT SUMMER PARTY PLANNERS BEWARE.

Having a picnic or cookout at a park or a beach is a great summer tradition, ... Your best bet is to grill at the party and use a meat thermometer to ensure it’s reached a safe temperature.

AUSTIN, Texas — Having a picnic or cookout at a park or a beach is a great summer tradition, but the warm weather can quickly turn tasty treats into nasty bacteria.

Having a picnic or cookout at a park or beach may be a summer tradition, but the warm weather can turn tasty treats into nasty bacteria in a short amount of time.