LITTLE ROCK- KATV — As temperatures drop, many people reach for space heaters and electric blankets to stay warm without turning up the thermostat.
But fire officials warn those quick fixes can turn dangerous fast if they are used carelessly or if the equipment is old or damaged.
Recent data shows heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths. The National Fire Protection Association says space heaters are responsible for around 30 percent of fires every year and seven out of 10 fire deaths…