"Always make sure the flue is open, the carbon monoxide needs a place to go, and if you close the flue, you'll bring dangerous gases into your home," said Rachel Neutzler with Lake Travis Fire Rescue.

With all of us firmly in the grip of another New England winter, everyone’s thoughts turn to skiing, skating, snowshoeing, etc., and staying warm. For those of you who are lucky enough to have a wood- ...

The flue draws smoke and sparks up through your chimney and away from your home ... If your damper doesn’t close, then anything from the outside can go through the flue and into your home.