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Give Space Heaters Space

Give Space Heaters Space
Voice Over: Length 30 seconds

Portable space heaters can quickly warm up a cold room, but they have also been the cause of many serious home fires. Your fire department urges you to use your heaters with care. Keep portable heaters at least one metre away from all combustible materials, including paper, bedding, furniture and curtains. Never use your heater to dry clothing or shoes. Make sure you turn the heaters off before leaving your home or going to bed.

Voice Over: Length 15 seconds

If you use portable space heaters, make sure you keep them at least one metre away from things that could burn, including paper, bedding, furniture or curtains. Turn your heaters off before leaving your home or going to bed.