Spate of heater fires sparks safety warning from firefighters
(WorldNews Environment)

Three serious fires caused by heaters in recent weeks has caused the Brigade to issue an electric heater warning. As temperatures drop and forecasters say it will be feeling very cold, firefighters are warning people that snuggling up close to the fire can be dangerous. Our new figures show that seven people have died in electrical heater fires in the last five years and 164 people have suffered injuries. Fires typically start when bedding, blankets or clothes are placed too close to heaters. Dan Daly, Assistant Commissioner for Fire Safety at the Brigade,...