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As winter chills settle in, space heaters become a cozy go-to for warmth\u2014but firefighters are sounding the alarm about a dangerously common mistake. Plugging a space heater into a power strip might seem harmless, but it can actually turn deadly. Fire departments across the country, including the Umatilla County Fire District in Oregon, are warning:<\/p>\n

never plug a space heater into a power strip or extension cord.<\/strong>\u00a0These strips simply aren\u2019t designed to handle the intense electrical load, and doing so could cause them to overheat or catch fire. This warning isn\u2019t just theoretical.<\/p>\n

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In Ohio, a space heater connected to a power strip sparked a devastating house fire after igniting a nearby couch. Within minutes, flames engulfed the home. Space heaters can reach temperatures of up to 600\u00b0F\u2014enough to turn a minor mistake into a major tragedy. Despite their convenience, these small appliances demand serious caution.<\/p>\n

To stay warm\u00a0safely<\/strong>, experts say you should always plug space heaters\u00a0directly into a wall outlet<\/strong>. Keep a\u00a03-foot safety zone<\/strong>\u00a0around the unit, free from curtains, furniture, blankets, or anything else flammable. Never leave a heater running when you\u2019re sleeping or not in the room, and always place it on a flat, stable surface\u2014never on beds, carpets, or furniture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Space heaters don\u2019t have to be dangerous, but they require respect. One careless decision can ignite a home in seconds. This winter, take the time to follow these simple but crucial safety steps. Your warmth should bring comfort\u2014not catastrophe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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