NYC Memorial Day BBQ: Don't Get Burned by Bad Meat

Panko Alerts · May 5, 2026

Memorial Day weekend means backyard BBQs and street festivals across NYC, but undercooked burgers and hot dogs left in the sun can make you seriously sick. Use a meat thermometer to make sure burgers hit 160°F and hot dogs reach 165°F - your phone's timer isn't enough to judge safety. If you're buying from a street vendor or food truck, skip anything that's been sitting out looking dry or has flies around it.

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Source: Panko Alerts