Michiganders are familiar with the convenience of space heaters. Here's what you should know to stay safe this winter.

Electric forced air heaters, such as the ubiquitous “milk house heater,” use an electric heating element to provide heat with a small fan to distribute the warmed air. Small, 120-volt, 1,500 ...

Several firefighters were at the scene. Homeowners were using a kerosene heater to try and thaw water pipes under the home, according to Battalion Chief John Sands. The estimated cost of damages ...

Such heaters can also introduce water vapor into the home, which can result in mold and other structural damage. Most states have banned unvented kerosene heaters for use in the home.