Orland Fire Chief Kevin Doyle said portable heaters can easily be misused and cause fires.

There are a few things that firefighters want you to keep in mind as a winter storm approaches.

Orland Fire Protection District cautions homeowners on using alternative sources for heat inside homes OFPD, IL – Officials ...

Furnaces fail during cold snap; officials warn about alternative heat sources Orange County Fire Coordinator Vini Tankasali told News 12 Thursday morning that local fire departments are already ...

Plunging temperatures forecast for Southeast Texas this weekend are raising concerns about an increased risk of home heating fires, a danger fire officials say often peaks during extreme cold snaps.

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 ...

With the prediction of extreme cold in the area for Friday and Saturday, fire officials both in Rowan County and at the State Fire Marshal’s office are encouraging residents to use caution if they are ...

ST. LOUIS — As temperatures continue to drop, fire crews and animal advocates want to remind people of the dangers of turning to alternative heating sources. Stray Rescue of Saint Louis is now ...

The winter storm is gone, but more freezing days are in Georgia's forecast. Not everyone can rely on a heating system though. Some keep their thermostats low to save money, while the U.S. Energy ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Grand Rapids Fire Department responded to two separate fires caused by alternative heating solutions Tuesday night. The first fire occurred at 5:52 p.m. on Veto Street ...

Air source vs ground source heat pumps: Experts compare the pros and cons - Air source and ground source heat pumps both ...