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flag Oregon warns of surge in heating-related home fires, urging safety measures to prevent deaths.

flag Oregon fire officials are warning residents about rising home heating fires, with 10 reported since January 1, including a fatal incident in Portland. flag Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires, especially between December and February. flag 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. flag Annual chimney and heating system inspections are recommended, along with testing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly. flag Similar safety warnings have been issued in Ohio, where 108 heater-related fires occurred last winter.

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