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Boise, Idaho — Idaho homeowners and apartment residents are being urged to inspect bathroom exhaust fans this winter amid warnings that aging or poorly maintained units can overheat and ignite during prolonged cold-weather use.
Fire safety officials say bathroom exhaust fans are designed to remove moisture, but dust and lint buildup inside the housing can restrict airflow and trap heat. Idaho’s winter conditions — including sustained cold temperatures and closed windows — often lead residents to run fans longer to control indoor humidity, increasing the risk of overheating…