Planning to use a fireplace or space heater to stay warm this weekend? Avoid these mistakes.

TL;DR

Keep space heaters at least three feet away from flammable materials.
Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets and turn them off when sleeping.
Place gasoline-powered generators outdoors, at least 20 feet from the home.
Install and test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the home and in each bedroom.
Have fuel-burning heating systems (furnaces, boilers, fireplaces, wood stoves) inspected by a professional.

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