Placing a portable heater near clothing creates which hazard?

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Placing a portable heater near clothing creates which hazard?

Explanation:
Fire hazard. A portable heater placed near clothing can ignite fabric from the heater’s hot surface or a spark, especially if the heater tips, overheats, or the cord is damaged. To reduce risk, maintain a safe clearance around the unit (about 3 feet), place it on a stable, nonflammable surface, and never leave it unattended or use a damaged outlet. While electrical or noise issues can occur in other situations, the immediate danger from proximity to clothing is fire.

Fire hazard. A portable heater placed near clothing can ignite fabric from the heater’s hot surface or a spark, especially if the heater tips, overheats, or the cord is damaged. To reduce risk, maintain a safe clearance around the unit (about 3 feet), place it on a stable, nonflammable surface, and never leave it unattended or use a damaged outlet. While electrical or noise issues can occur in other situations, the immediate danger from proximity to clothing is fire.

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