A charity is warning that people may be risking their household safety in a bid to save money by using electric heaters this winter. Electrical Safety First say heaters could cause devastating fires if they are not used with care.
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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