We only use our kerosene heater in emergency situations! When it's used, it's placed in a very safe area, and never lit when someone is not' very near. Let's face it! If the power is out and it's 10 below freezing... no one here is far from that heater!
Also remember that a CO detector needs to be replaced every 3 to 5 years... they don't last much longer than that.
Sorry Yanita, yep a generator works great if you have all electric appliances, not so much if you have all gas, and real freezing temps. It doesn't keep a gas furnace going for too long.
In the long run, it doesn't matter whether you use a kerosene heater or a generator for emergency use, both need constant care, and should never be left unattended!
Maureen
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