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Productivity
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'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.
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

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
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

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
1 month ago

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.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago

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.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

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

Proper care can prolong lithium-ion battery lifespan and performance.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

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
fromZDNET
1 month ago

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
#product-recall
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

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

fromMail Online
1 month ago
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
3 months ago
Gadgets

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.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Gadgets

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

more#product-recall
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

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
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
2 months ago

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.
Gadgets
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

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
2 months ago

Dangerous social media craze encourages kids to set their laptops on fire - causing chaos in schools

The #ChromebookChallenge is a hazardous TikTok trend where students set their laptops on fire, causing school evacuations and safety concerns.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

What Happens If You Accidentally Microwave Styrofoam Takeout Containers - Tasting Table

Microwaving styrofoam is risky as it can leach harmful chemicals and poses a fire hazard.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

State maps out Cupertino's fire hazard areas

Cupertino is revising its fire hazard map and inviting public comments until April 10.
Cupertino students will showcase artwork in ArtNow, reflecting this year's theme 'Dreamscapes'.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 months ago

New Cal Fire maps show a 'drastic' reduction of Oakland's fire hazard zone. Here's what that means

The maps, which are primarily a predictive tool, will impact individuals and jurisdictions by determining where certain building and landscaping rules will be enforced.
East Bay (California)
fromCbsnews
9 months ago

Florida fire marshal calls electric vehicles "ticking time bombs" as Hurricane Milton nears

Hurricane Milton poses severe risks to electric vehicles and devices with lithium-ion batteries, potentially creating fire hazards during and after the storm.
fromApartment Therapy
11 months ago

Samsung Just Announced a Recall on More than 1 Million Products - Here's Everything We Know

Samsung received over 300 reports of accidental knob activation since 2013, with 250 causing fires and 40 resulting in injuries.
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