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Cold weather boosts space heater use, raising fire risks; officials urge safe usage and detector checks.
Cold weather has driven increased space heater use across the Gulf Coast and other regions, prompting fire safety warnings from officials.
Authorities in Mobile, Alabama, West Fargo, and across Alabama urge caution, stressing a 3-foot clearance from flammable materials, direct wall outlet use, and never leaving heaters unattended.
They highlight risks from overloaded circuits, damaged wiring—especially from rodents—and the need for working smoke alarms, with free installations available.
Carbon monoxide detector checks are also recommended during winter outages.
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