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Boise, ID – As January continues and winter conditions persist across Idaho, fire officials are reminding homeowners that winter fire risks remain elevated during the coldest months of the year, particularly in mountain and high-desert communities.
According to fire officials, mid-winter is one of the most dangerous periods for residential fires as heating systems, space heaters, and electrical devices operate daily. Homes across Boise, Idaho Falls, and Coeur d’Alene often experience extended cold snaps that increase reliance on supplemental heating, raising the likelihood of accidental fires…