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People who use a hot water bottle and an electric blanket have been given life-saving advice by experts to help prevent serious damage to their property. Whilst the thought of a cosy bed seems ideal during the dark and cold winter nights, you could be risking your life and your property.

The expert advice comes from the London Fire Brigade , who state that while "electric blankets can be a great, cost-effective way to keep warm and cosy, it's important to use them with care." This means that before using them, you should "take a few minutes to check that the blanket is safe for continued use."

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With this in mind, experts have stressed that you should never use a hot water bottle at the

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