House Fire in the Cold Winter

2/10/2021 (Permalink)

Freezing temperatures are here and that means a lot of people trying to do what they can to stay warm.  What people do not think about are the damages one can cause while trying to stay warm on a freezing cold day.

Cold weather in Fairfield County, Ohio means turning up the heat and the use of other heating methods like space heaters, heated blankets, candles, and fire places.  All of these sources can light up the room if used improperly.  For example, keeping them on for too long or placing some of these heat sources too close to flammable objects.

Freezing winter air contains less moisture compared to the air during other seasons throughout the year.  Because of the freezing air, the physical wood structure of the home becomes drier and can lead to disastrous fires under the right conditions.

The older the home is, the higher the risk of fire possibilities.  To prevent these problems, get an annual safety inspection to make sure your home is not at risk of lighting up in flames.