Stay Safe, While Staying Warm This Winter; CPSC Warns Consumers to be Cautious When Using Generators, Furnaces and Space Heaters
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As cold weather continues to impact much of the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about deadly hazards from home heating equipment, including space heaters, furnaces and fireplaces, based on the findings in a recent report.
- CPSC urges consumers to take safety precautions while keeping their home warm this winter.
- A gasoline-powered generator used during weather-related power outages can produce as much CO as hundreds of cars.
- When using electric portable heaters, ALWAYS use a wall outlet; NEVER a power strip and NEVER run the heater's cord under rugs or carpeting.
- If a product has been recalled, stop using it immediately and contact the recalling company for the remedy--a refund, repair or replacement.