Tips for Space Heaters in The Home

10/28/2024 (Permalink)

Space heaters are involved in 1 of every 6 home fires.  Furthermore, 1 in every 5 home fire deaths and half of all fires caused by home heating occur between December and February.

Here are a few steps that can prevent home fires caused by a space heater. (via American Red Cross)

1. Make sure to always keep anything that gives off heat at least 3 feet away from flammable materials or items.
2. Never plug more than one heating appliance into an outlet.
3. Keep portable gas generators outside and away from windows to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
4. If you have a fireplace, make sure your chimney is checked and cleaned by a professional once a year. Use a metal or glass screen that is large enough to prevent escaping embers.
5. Never leave fires (or candles) burning, or heating appliances plugged in, while asleep, in another room, or when you leave your home.

Take note of the above and insure that your home has taken all of the necessary precautions.