Firefighters warn that space heaters should never be plugged into power strips or extension cords because they can overheat and start electrical fires.
Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet and keep them at least three feet away from furniture, curtains, bedding, and other flammable materials.Never leave a space heater running unattended or while sleeping, and regularly check it for damaged cords, dust, or other problems.
These simple precautions can greatly reduce the risk of dangerous house fires during the cold-weather season…
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