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If you're tired of sky-high heating bills, you might be thinking about giving the central heating a miss and opting for a portable space heater.

It's more cost-effective and can be a good alternative when all doors are closed to keep in the heat.

However, households are being warned as these electric heaters can pose risks leading to house fires , injuries or, in rare cases, fatalities.

Experts are advising people to handle these appliances with care, as they can quickly become dangerous.

If your electric heater falls over or is placed too close to bedding or clothing, it can catch fire rapidly.

If you choose a gas heater instead, they can leak a colourless and odourless gas known as carbon monoxide, reports the Mirror .

This gas can build up without much warning a

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