Minimize Fireplace Hazards
Careful attention to safety can minimize fireplace hazards.
 Many people choose Fireplaces and Wood Stoves as a source of heat for our mild Florida
winters. Don't be fooled by our short cold season. Be aware of the safety hazards when
controlling a live fire.
- Do not use flammable liquids to start or accelerate any fire.
- Have your chimney inspected annually and cleaned if necessary.
- Never burn charcoal indoors, for it can give off lethal amounts of carbon monoxide.
- NEVER close your damper with hot ashes in the fireplace. This can cause the ashes to
heat up again and will force toxic carbon monoxide into the house.
- Do not use excessive amounts of paper to build raging fires in fireplaces. It is
possible to ignite creosote in the chimney by overbuilding the fire.
- Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace opening to preventing embers or
sparks from jumping out.
 
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