Watch those space heaters

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colebrookman

Minister of Fire
Feb 7, 2008
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Middlefield, Ma
Starting to see big fires started by little space heaters. Common sense means at least 3 feet or more clearance all around when using the heaters. Watch the kiddies and animals and never, ever leave it unattended. Be safe and watch those Christmas trees. Happy Holidays.
Ed
 
Thanks for the warning. We always get fires in the winter when the space heaters are knocked over or catch debris on fire. Portable heaters should be temporary in my opinion. If you need one long term then install a strip heater or a wall heater with the blower. They are cheap and much safer.
 
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