Source: Heating Fires in Residential Buildings (2010-2012) PDF 623 KB
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This series of seven videos describes the techniques to build an enjoyable and safe recreational fire in your home. It includes an overview on inspecting the fireplace, appropriate materials to burn, and how to control the fire to prevent unwanted accidents.
Watch the seriesUse these free, high resolution photos to customize your materials and help spread the word in your community about heating fire safety.
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Heating is the second leading cause of home fires. WinterSafety