#fire-hazard tag

1 month ago

Gadgets

Over 200,000 power banks sold on Amazon are being recalled for a fire risk

Gadgets

Stop using these ESR power banks that have been recalled for fire and explosion risks

Privacy professionals

Urgent recall for 1.1 million phone chargers after injury reports

Gadgets

Anker issues recall for popular power bank due to fire risk - stop using it now

DC food

Urgent recall for portable charger after dozens burst into flames

The Baseus 65W portable charger has been recalled due to serious fire hazards linked to overheating batteries.

fromwww.nytimes.com

More than 400,000 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard

Casely wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard concerns.

Consumers advised to stop using affected chargers immediately.

1 month ago

Gadgets

Over 200,000 power banks sold on Amazon are being recalled for a fire risk

Gadgets

Stop using these ESR power banks that have been recalled for fire and explosion risks

Privacy professionals

Urgent recall for 1.1 million phone chargers after injury reports

Over one million Anker phone chargers recalled due to fire hazards, with notable risks linked to lithium-ion batteries.

Gadgets

Anker issues recall for popular power bank due to fire risk - stop using it now

DC food

Urgent recall for portable charger after dozens burst into flames

fromwww.nytimes.com

Gadgets

More than 400,000 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard

Is Wax Paper Safe In The Air Fryer? - Tasting Table

Do not line air fryers with wax paper because the wax can melt, create a fire hazard, leave residue, and damage the appliance.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

ESR issues recall for power bank due to fire risk - here's what you need to know and do ASAP

ESR is recalling the HaloLock power bank due to fire hazards.

UK news

Coroner issues warning over unregulated e-bike batteries after man dies in house fire

Lithium-ion batteries sold online for e-bike conversions pose significant risks after a fatal incident linked to one.

Calls are being made for a reassessment of safety regulations concerning the sale of these batteries.

Productivity

fromIrish Independent

'Stop using it immediately' - Comreg warns owners of Hoover, Candy and Haier tumble dryers of fire hazard

Certain models of Haier, Candy, and Hoover tumble dryers pose a fire hazard and should not be used.

An electrician's plea: Don't plug these 7 appliances (including AC units) into extension cords

Extension cords are manufactured with a maximum capacity to handle electrical current, which is determined by the size or gauge of the wire used in the cord.

Gadgets

California

fromThe Mercury News

Los Gatos, Saratoga map out fire hazard areas with help from the state

Updated fire hazard severity zone maps reduce the classification of high-risk areas in Los Gatos and Saratoga.

California

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Los Gatos, Saratoga map out fire hazard areas with help from the state

Los Gatos and Saratoga updated fire hazard severity zone maps, reducing the designation of very high fire risk in some neighborhoods.

Public health

fromeuronews

Video. Toxic fire at illegal Sarajevo landfill raises health concerns

A fire fueled by plastic and medical waste poses significant air quality risks and health dangers to vulnerable populations.

Anker just recalled another 5 power banks - how to get a refund or free replacement

Anker is recalling several power bank models due to fire risks associated with faulty lithium-ion battery cells.

How to safely maintain, use, and dispose of your power banks

Proper care can prolong lithium-ion battery lifespan and performance.

fromCbsnews

AstroAI recalls minifridges over fire hazard that caused $360,000 in property damages

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall for 249,100 AstroAI minifridges due to significant fire and burn hazards stemming from electrical switch malfunctions.

SF food

Anker is recalling over 1 million power banks due to fire risk - 2 options if you're affected

Anker has received 19 reports of fires and explosions caused by its faulty power bank. Among those incidents, there have been two reports of minor burn injuries.

Gadgets

fromGSMArena.com

fromJewish Telegraphic Agency

Google will reduce the Pixel 6a's battery capacity with an upcoming update

Earlier this year, Google released a Battery Performance Program update for the Pixel 4a to reduce fire hazards caused by overheating batteries.

Mobile UX

NYC startup

This FDNY-approved e-bike battery swap network is powered by Jewish values - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

PopWheels is tackling the fire hazard of e-bike batteries in NYC with a novel battery swap network.

fromBoston.com

Mass. fire officials warn against dangerous school laptop TikTok 'challenge'

A dangerous social media trend encourages students to insert conductive objects into laptop charging ports, creating serious fire hazards.

State fire officials urge caution after multiple incidents reported in schools.

NYC parents

fromNew York Post