Heaters are used quite a bit this time of the year.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, space heaters are most often responsible for home heating fires.

Allenton Fire Chief and president of the Wisconsin State Fire Chief’s Association John Breuer. 

"Verify that your space heater has been tested and make sure it has a thermostat and overheat protection. With all heating units, there is the rule of three feet separation on all sides of the unit from any combustible materials."

Chief Breuer also says to plug your space heater power cords directly into outlets. Never plug your heaters into an extension cord. 

And always turn off the heating unit when you leave the room or go to sleep.