Middlebury Volunteer Fire Department

65 Tucker Hill Road Middlebury, CT 06762 (203) 577-4036 

Fire Chief James Grohs


Space Heaters

Space Heaters
Space Heaters
According to NFPA space heater related fires cause 79% of home heating fire related deaths but space heaters are only related to 32% of all heater fires. Be very careful with these devices.

Keep space heaters away from flammable materials like curtains, furniture, papers. At least 3 feet. Keep kids and pets away from space heaters. At least 3 feet.

Never plug a space heater into a power strip. Use only appropriate fuels. Never substitute for instance never use diesel or gasoline in a kerosene heater.

Turn off the space heater when you leave the house or go to bed.

Make sure you follow all safety recommendations provided by the manufacturer of your space heater.

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