A gas supplier has issued a warning about the 'risks' posed by log burners as research showed County Durham had the most web searches in the North East for the heating appliance.

Jefferson Gas has raised concerns about the health risks associated with burning wood for heat, especially as energy costs remain high and more people turn to alternative heating methods.

Steve Ferguson of Jefferson Gas said: "With energy costs as high as they are, a lot of people don't want to turn the heating on just yet, but the idea of an open fire or a few logs in a burner might appeal a little more in terms of cost.

"But they need to be aware of the additional risks that can come with heating your home that way."

The company analysed Google search data and found almost two million searches in the UK duri

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