A room heater can reduce moisturein the air and on your skin. Thisleads to skin irritation, itching, dryness, and patches that maybecome too stubborn to get rid of.
Makes indoor air toxic
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Most room heaters release carbon monoxide, which is extremely harmful. When you switch them on and forget to ventilate your room as you sleep overnight, it can be hazardous.
Can lead to fire
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If touched accidentally, room heaters can cause severe burns, especially to infants, children, and older adults. It can even cause a fire if kept near flammable items like curtains.
Can causevarious illnesses
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While it is comfortable to sit insidea warm room, reality hits with a cold slap when you step out. This can lead to flu, fever, body aches, and throat issues.
Can lead toelectrical shock
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Room heaters with improperly connected wires can causeelectrical shocks, sparking, and even short circuits, since heaters run on a high voltage and consume a lot of electricity.