Ohio fire marshal urges safety measures amid cold  COLUMBUS,
Ohio (AP) — Ohio's state fire marshal reminds Ohioans that
frigid winter temperatures mean an increased risk of home fires
and urges precautions.  State Fire Marshal Larry Flowers says
the use of candles, heating sources and makeshift cooking
methods can significantly increase fire risks. He urges using
kerosene heaters and space heaters according to manufacturer
instructions, keeping them at least three feet from combustible
materials.  Kitchen oven ranges should not be used to heat homes
and generators or other fuel-powered machines should be used
outside only. Carbon monoxide fumes are odorless and can quickly
overwhelm people indoors.  Ohioans using candles should keep the
flame away from combustible objects and out of children's reach.
Flowers also says smoke alarms should be installed on every
level of a home, inside and outside of sleeping areas.