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Oregon warns of surge in heating-related home fires, urging safety measures to prevent deaths.
Oregon fire officials are warning residents about rising home heating fires, with 10 reported since January 1, including a fatal incident in Portland.
Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires, especially between December and February.
Authorities urge keeping flammable materials at least three feet from heaters, plugging space heaters directly into outlets, avoiding extension cords, and turning them off when leaving rooms or sleeping.
Annual chimney and heating system inspections are recommended, along with testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly.
Similar safety warnings have been issued in Ohio, where 108 heater-related fires occurred last winter.
Oregon advierte de un aumento en los incendios domésticos relacionados con la calefacción, instando a medidas de seguridad para evitar muertes.