Sean C. Morgan
Of The New Era
Overcast, rainy days and lower temperatures mean the start of flue fire season.
“We’re starting flue fire season,” said Doug Emmert, battalion chief with Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District. “As it gets colder and people start using wood stoves for heat, we’ll start seeing more flue fires.”
Flue fires are usually fueled by creosote buildup in chimneys, which catches fire when it gets hot.
“Typically, people haven’t…