SAN ANTONIO — As temperatures drop and heaters, fireplaces and holiday decorations come out, winter becomes one of the busiest seasons for fire crews. Local experts have provided a few simple precautions that can go a long way in keeping your home warm, cozy and safe.

With half of all home fires occurring in December, January and February and heating equipment being a top culprit, according to SAFD, now’s the time to brush up on winter fire-safety essentials.

Space heaters

First, space heaters deserve extra attention when being used. Experts say to plug them directly into a wall outlet - never a power strip and keep anything that can burn at least three feet away. And before you head to another room, turn them off.

Credit: SAFD

Fireplace

And while a crackling fireplace may be comfor

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