The State Fire Marshal reminds folks that simple precautions and some common-sense practices can save lives.
Fire Marshal Randy Cole says cooking, improper cigarette disposal and supplemental heating sources — such as space heaters — are the top causes of residential fires.
He says this is the time to check basic safety devices. And, this is the time of year when people are starting to heat their homes, when fires due to furnaces, fireplaces and space heaters add risks.
