It’s getting chilly outside, and for many that means it’s time to break out the space heater to keep you and your family warm. But be careful, as space heaters can potentially cause injuries.
Space heaters, including wood stoves, contributed to 32 percent of home heating fires and 79 percent of home heating fire deaths between 2005 and 2009, the Cumberland Times-News reports. But you can minimize the risk of damage to your home and yourself by being aware of the most common kinds of space heater-related injuries.
Here are a few examples of what could go wrong:
Of course, if your space heater is defective these warnings and precautions may not be enough. If you’re injured by a defective heater, contact an experienced attorney near you to get advice on how best to proceed.
Related Resources:
- Dangers of Space Heaters (Dothan, Ala.’s WTVY-TV)
- It’s Starting to Cool Down: Do Landlords Have to Provide Heat? (FindLaw’s Boston Real Estate Law News Blog)
- The 3 Home Safety Devices You Need to Have (FindLaw’s Injured)
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