They may save you money, but electric heaters can cause devastating fires if they are not used with care
Chief executive Lesley Rudd said: ‘Heating your home should never come at the expense of your own safety. ‘We are reminding people that it is crucial you stay safe as you stay warm – if mistakes are made it could pose a risk to household safety. Ben Turner, from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, said: ‘We were called to a house fire we later discovered was caused by an electrical heater.
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