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Experts say space heaters are one of the main causes of fires
According to the National Fire Protection Association, space heaters are one of the leading causes of fires in U.S. homes. I ...
Decatur battles two fires caused by space heaters in a week, officials give advice
Fire officials are warning of alternative heating methods and their potential to cause fires. It comes after two homes in ...
Don't plug these 7 appliances (including space heaters) into extension cords - here's why
Extension cords and power strips are generally safe for home and office electronics, but they can pose risks for certain ...
Firefighters face winter weather challenges as heater-related fires rise
With heating systems working harder during the winter, the risk of fires breaking out rises, and forces firefighters to have ...
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Alternative heat sources are the main cause of home fires in the winter, according to Detroit Fire Department
With this week's frigid temperatures, the Detroit Fire Department is urging residents to use caution when heating their homes ...
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Fire caused by a space heater displaces a Decatur family
Occupant said they were using three electric space heaters in the home when one of the space heaters caught fire.
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Renovations to health department: Cold forced facility to close; now using 36 space heaters
The 1977 building is heated by baseboard electric heat and walls for patient privacy obstruct the air flow. The January ...
Fire officials warn residents against unsafe heating practices amid rising CO calls
With the freezing temperatures, local fire departments are emphasizing the importance of proper heating practices to protect yourself from carbon monoxide poiso ...