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Topic: Space Heaters
Alternative heating sources such as wood stoves, chimneys, and space heaters are common in Tennessee and are just as hazardous as traditional heating sources (electric, gas). Since 2010, wood stoves have been responsible for 23 percent of fatal heating fires statewide according to SFMO data.
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State Farm Warns Homeowners about the 12 Fire Horrors of the Holidays
Sadly, this is also the time when home fires peak. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee State Fire Marshal Warns of Increased Fire, Carbon Monoxide Risks During Heating Season
The SFMO urges consumers to take safety measures to avoid the hazards that can result from using household heating appliances during the cold weather seasons. “Statistics consistently show a substantial uptick in fire fatalities during heating season,” said State Fire Marshal and Commerce & Insurance Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak. ![]() From 2012-2016, Tennessee Fire Departments responded to 2,938 home structure fires that involved heating equipment. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office Works to Fight Winter Fire Threat
Since 2010, Tennessee has averaged 2.75 fatal fires (22 in 8 years) and 3.375 fire deaths (27 in 8 years) during the second week of January according to SFMO data. This is the highest number of both fires and victims for any week of the year and is nearly double the rate of the average week. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee State Fire Marshal Reminds Tennesseans to Heat Homes Safely
“The arrival of colder weather means many people will begin to heat their homes with fireplaces, woodstoves, and space heaters,” said Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Julie Mix McPeak. “The drop in temperature traditionally brings a rise in fire deaths and injuries due to the use of these alternate heat sources.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Portable Heater Safety information from Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s OfficePortable Heater Safety Is Crucial During Winter’s Coldest Months
Portable heaters are common sights during winter, but they can sometimes lead to tragedy. An estimated 900 portable heater fires in homes are reported to U.S. fire departments each year, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee State Fire Marshal gives Tennesseans Tips to Heat Homes Safely
“The colder weather means many people will begin to heat their homes with fireplaces, woodstoves, and space heaters,” said West. “Cold weather months typically have a higher number of accidental fire injuries and deaths due to the use of these alternate heat sources.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health warns that Cold Weather increases Carbon Monoxide Threat
While that may help reduce heating bills, it may also increase the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Clarksville-Montgomery County to experience temperatures in the low teens starting Tuesday, January 21st
Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing across much of the mid state for up to 5 days from Tuesday through Saturday. Lows in the single digits and teens are expected each day with highs only reaching the 20s and 30s. The low Thursday night is expected to be around 9°F. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Clarksville Department of Electricity says Colder Weather causes Electric Bills to Increase
Based on National Weather Service statistics maintained by CDE Lightband, December was about 26 percent colder than November. The last week of November and the month of December also saw several morning temperatures in the teens. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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