Tulsa Residents Urged to Prioritize Winter Safety: Space Heater Guidelines Issued
Tulsa residents are urged to prioritize safety this winter. The Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the authority overseeing heating safety, has issued crucial guidelines for space heaters and other heating sources.
Firstly, space heaters should be plugged directly into wall outlets, never with extension cords. They should also be kept at least three feet away from combustible materials and used sparingly. Tulsa County residents should maintain a minimum living space temperature of 65°F, but space heaters should supplement, not replace, primary heat sources.
Chimneys and wood-burning stoves must be properly vented and maintained. Gas and electric cooking stoves are not designed for heating living spaces and should never be used as such. Improperly used or malfunctioning gas heaters can introduce carbon monoxide into living spaces, making functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors vital in every home.
To ensure safety this winter, Tulsa residents should follow these guidelines. Plug space heaters directly into outlets, maintain a safe distance from combustibles, and use them only to supplement primary heat sources. Properly vent chimneys and stoves, never use cooking stoves for heating, and install and maintain smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The Oklahoma Corporation Commission encourages all residents to adhere to these safety measures.
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