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Home fire prevention this winter 

KEEPING warm in winter is always a battle, however residents are being encouraged to check their smoke alarms, heaters, and electric blankets this winter to help prevent house fires. Photo: SUPPLIED.
Macey Sanders

WITH people across the Southern Grampians Shire turning to gas heating, wood fires, and electric blankets to beat the winter chill, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) have urged locals to remain fire safe.

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