Central Coast firefighters share home fire safety tips during cold weather
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – The US Fire Administration reports that 50% of home-heating fires happen between December and February.
Each year during the winter season, fire fighters at Cal Fire in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara County Fire say there is a risk for house fires.
Fire crews say if you have a heater in your home, keep three feet of space around it.
Fire crews suggest having chimneys checked and cleaned by a professional once a year and do not throw any trash in your fireplace.
Wall outlets are also a safe choice to heat your home.
“If you don't have enough outlets in your room and you're using a power strip, do not overload those power strips. Those power strips can get hot. Therefore, you may have a electrical fire at some point," said Toni Davis, Cal Fire SLO.
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