# Heating season fire safety warnings > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/heating-season-fire-safety-warnings > Updated: 2026-10-18T10:15:02.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. As the heating season begins, authorities in Lithuania and the Ministry of Internal Affairs have issued warnings regarding fire risks and equipment maintenance. In Lithuania, officials reported an 18% increase in residential fires during the previous season, which resulted in 50 deaths. Experts are urging residents to inspect heating devices, clean chimneys, and check electrical installations to prevent tragedies. Technical guidance has also been provided regarding radiator maintenance to ensure efficiency and prevent increased energy costs. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has issued an appeal for caution, identifying hazards such as faulty chimneys, unattended heaters, and defective electrical installations. Recommendations include keeping flammable items away from heating elements, avoiding electrical overloading, and ensuring ash is completely cooled before disposal. The Ministry also emphasized that children should never be left unsupervised in rooms using solid fuel stoves or electric heaters. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-18: Ministry of Internal Affairs issues heating season fire safety warning The Ministry of Internal Affairs has issued a safety warning for the heating season, urging citizens to prevent fires by maintaining chimneys, monitoring heaters, and ensuring electrical safety. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-internal-affairs-issues-heating-season-fire-safety-warning ### 2026-10-13: Lithuania heating season safety: fire risks and radiator maintenance With the heating season starting in Lithuania, officials warn of rising residential fire risks and advise residents to maintain heating equipment and check for radiator circulation issues. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuania-heating-season-safety-fire-risks-and-radiator-maintenance --- Cite as: Heating season fire safety warnings. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/heating-season-fire-safety-warnings