Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.

Firefighters and emergency medical services often face a surge in calls during cold snaps like the one forecasted for this ...

Michigan residents may be turning to space heaters amid extreme cold, but experts warn there are dangers involved.

When you bring a propane heater inside, you are not just adding warmth, you are adding a live flame that consumes oxygen and can quietly fill a room with toxic gases if the air has nowhere to go. The ...

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 ...

As the winter approaches and it gets colder, you may be looking for alternative ways to heat your home, like using space heaters. If so, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesperson Pete Piringer ...

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 ...

If you bought your first generator or propane heater, there are a couple of things you should know about safely operating ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Experts say you should never go to sleep with a space heater on or leave one unattended with kids or animals around. (Photo ...