What to do to prevent the stove from becoming a fire hazard

As the temperature drops, people begin to actively use heating appliances, especially in rural areas. To maintain a comfortable temperature and ensure the safe use of stove heating, rescuers recommend heating the stove twice a day: in the morning and in the evening.

It is important to remember that a stove is a dangerous source of fire. To prevent a fire from the stove in the house, you need to remember a few important rules.

- Only a properly functioning stove is allowed for use: it must have all its elements (doors, chimney, damper, etc.). In addition, the stove masonry should not have any burnt-out areas, and all bricks should be in place.

- If the floor in front of the stove is combustible, it must be protected from falling embers by a metal sheet measuring 70x50 centimeters.

- Do not allow young children to supervise the heating appliance – this is not a task for children.

- Within the attic space, the stove chimney should be whitewashed so that in case of burnt-out areas or cracks, the black smoke is clearly visible on the whitewash.

- Do not leave a heating stove unattended.

- Do not use flammable liquids to light the stove.

However, stove heating is not only used in houses. Many people have stoves in their bathhouses, as well as in other buildings and premises (for example, for preparing food for animals or maintaining the temperature in vegetable storage rooms). Despite the fact that these stoves are used less frequently, the same requirements apply to them as to "household" stoves.

Observe safety rules and remember that the Ministry of Emergency Situations is always nearby. In case of fire, call 101 or 112.

Inspector of Fire Prevention and Rescue Department of Miory District Department for Emergency Situations O.M. Girzhda