During heating and electricity outages, it gets very cold in the apartment, and I've heard advice not to use a gas stove or oven for heating due to safety concerns. Is there any punishment or fine if I still decide to turn on the gas stove to warm up a bit? Is it generally prohibited by law if you are very cold in your own home?
Answer provided 12.01.2026 14:59
Using a gas stove for heating is strictly prohibited due to the high risk of fatal carbon monoxide poisoning, fire, and explosion, as it is not designed for prolonged heating, and tightly closed windows during burner operation prevent oxygen intake and exhaust of combustion products, creating an invisible threat. The use of a gas stove for heating is not directly prohibited by law, but it is very dangerous due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, explosion, and fire, especially without proper ventilation, and can lead to fines or liability for safety violations if an accident occurs
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