Chart: Avoiding space heater fires

By Brian Wicker

February 1, 2015 — 7:52pm

To avoid fires with space heaters:
• Place a portable heating device at least 3 feet away from combustible items.
• Turn space heaters off when you leave home and at bedtime.
• Make sure cords are in good shape and checked periodically.
• Check the cord and outlet for overheating; if it feels hot, turn it off.

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