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flag Winter heating safety warnings: portable heaters and gas ovens can cause fires or carbon monoxide poisoning if misused.

flag As winter approaches, U.S. households are warned about the risks of using portable electric and gas heaters, which can cause fires or carbon monoxide poisoning if misused. flag Electric heaters should be placed on stable surfaces away from flammable materials and never left unattended. flag Gas heaters pose additional dangers, including deadly carbon monoxide leaks, especially for vulnerable individuals. flag Experts urge against using gas ovens for heating, recommend regular professional servicing of gas appliances, and stress the need for working carbon monoxide alarms tested routinely.

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