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Louisiana State Fire Marshal Gives Heating Tips as Freezing Conditions Approach Area [VIDEO]
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The Louisiana State Fire Marshal's Office wants to remind you how to properly heat your home this winter.
South Louisiana will experience below-freezing temperatures in just a few days and many will be warming their homes for a lengthy period of time.
In Lafayette, the fire department has already responded to a number of house fires this week and sadly two have resulted in a fatality.
Here are just a few things to remember as you attempt to stay warm in the days ahead.
- Place space heaters 3-5 feet from combustible objects like blankets
- Plug all heating appliances directly into wall outlets, not power strips or extension cords
- Do not use stoves or ovens to heat homes
- Don’t overfill fireplaces/wood-burning stoves
- Never leave candles/open flames (or space heaters) left unattended
- Have working smoke alarms in your home! Check the batteries!
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