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Sacramento, CA – As January continues and winter weather settles across Northern California, fire officials are reminding homeowners that winter fire risks remain elevated across the region, particularly during periods of cold nights, rain, and occasional power disruptions.
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 for extended hours. Homes across Sacramento, Redding, and Chico often rely on supplemental heating during colder evenings, increasing strain on electrical systems and raising the likelihood of accidental fires…