Urgent gas heater warning after toddler's close call

Though we are coming to the tail-end of winter, the mornings can still be icy as ever.

Tiny Hearts Education has issued an urgent PSA about gas heaters as we enter the last few weeks of winter coldness. The children's health and safety awareness group took to their Instagram to share a close call one mother had with a space heater in her home.

"My two year old son was standing in front of the gas heater in his onesie."

"I was in the bathroom at the time. Thankfully my husband was still home and quickly put it out," the anonymous mum said.

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In the above image, the anonymous mum's toddler has narrowly escaped a severe injury. However, the heater did manage to burn a hole through the boy's onesie. 

"My son didn't even feel that he was on fire. My husband smelt it, saw the flame and quickly responded. He was in front of it for less than 30 seconds before catching fire!"

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Tiny Hearts have issued the following advice around space heaters in the home and around children:

• Gas heaters should be serviced at least every two years⁠

• Keep all flammable materials at least one metre away from the heater⁠

• Be aware that children's clothing with a 'low fire danger' label is still flammable. Always keep children away from open heat sources such as fire places and gas stoves⁠

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Commenters praised Tiny Hearts Education and the anonymous mum for sharing the important PSA.

"So thankful he is okay!!" said one commentor.

"Thank you soooo much for posting!! Love your work. I'm so glad things worked out for this family," said another.