Heating, winter storms and candles all contribute to an increased risk of fire during the winter months. Nfpa and the u. s. Fire administration are teaming up to put a freeze on winter fires. Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fire deaths. This heating safety tip sheet shares simple safety tips and precautions for helping to prevent most heating fires.
The resource. Nfpa is the world's leading resource on fire, electrical, and related hazards. Nfpa is a self-funded nonprofit dedicated to eliminating loss through knowledge. Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths. Fire departments responded to an estimated average of 37,365 fires involving heating equipment per year from 2020-2024,.
