Experts say you should never go to sleep with a space heater on or leave one unattended with kids or animals around. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) As temperatures start to drop ...

Space heaters can provide extra warmth in a drafty room or chilly home office. But they can also pose a safety risk no matter where you use them. Portable space heaters are responsible for 1,700 house ...

As historic winter weather brings frigid temperatures to much of the U.S., many people will use space heaters to cut the chill – and increase the risk of a house or apartment fire. Small space heaters ...

Firefighters warn against improper use of alternative heat sources like space heaters, ovens, and generators, which can lead to house fires. Space heaters should have safety features like automatic ...

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- When it's cold outside many of us may resort to using supplemental heat like a space heater to stay warm. Fire departments don't discourage it, however, they emphatically ...

PHILADELPHIA -- The tragic fires in New York City on Sunday and in Philadelphia last Wednesday underscore the importance of safety as more people look to crank up the heat in their homes. A space ...

VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - South Georgia is preparing for freezing temperatures and while we all want to enjoy the warmth that comes from electric blankets, fireplaces, and space heaters. Space heaters ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Freret Hardware owner Rick Torres said business has been busy this winter. Torres said he’s selling lots of natural gas and electric heaters, ensuring New Orleans residents stay ...

As temperatures start to drop around the country, some people are using space heaters to help warm up their houses. But these devices can be dangerous: Heating equipment is a leading cause of fires in ...