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fromZDNET
4 days ago

I tested a smart sensor that detects electrical fire hazards - here's what it found

Ting smart sensor monitors home electrical systems, detecting risks like loose connections and arcing that may lead to electrical fires.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

A smart sensor assessed my home's risk of electrical fires, and I was impressed

The Ting monitors the electrical current 24/7, looking for issues in wiring, outlets, and appliances that could spark an electrical fire.
Gadgets
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California's wildfire moonshot: How new technology will defeat advancing flames

Autonomous technology is transforming firefighting by enabling rapid response to wildfires without human intervention.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Unsung heroes' saved homes from grass fire

Maintenance workers' creation of fire breaks prevented potential loss of homes during a grass fire in Dagenham.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

Invasive grasses pose serious wildfire risks in Hawaii, prompting residents to seek Firewise status for safety.
Renovation
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You Should Avoid Plugging Any Kitchen Appliances Into Extension Cords - Tasting Table

Never use an extension cord for major kitchen appliances due to fire risks.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose police seize 3,300-plus pounds of illegal fireworks

Officers carried out the operations in anticipation of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, aiming to reduce fire risks and illegal activities.
San Francisco
NYC startup
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

E-bike bonanza: NYC to give free e-bikes to delivery workers as part of its ongoing safety surge

NYC is launching a safety program providing e-bikes and batteries to delivery workers in exchange for unsafe devices, aiming to reduce fire risks.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Strict new rules banning vegetation and wooden decks within 5 feet of homes in parts of the Berkeley Hills could be approved this week

California
fromFast Company
2 months ago

What California's plant ban overlooks for wildfire safety

Unburned vegetation amid urban fires suggests well-maintained plants can protect homes from fire effects.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Strict new rules banning vegetation and wooden decks within 5 feet of homes in parts of the Berkeley Hills could be approved this week

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US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Forest Service closes homeless encampment at Oregon national forest

The U.S. Forest Service closed a homeless encampment in Oregon for fire prevention, prompting concern for displaced individuals.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 year ago

The genius water bowl hack that will clean an entire oven in just 20 minutes

Cleaning the oven can be a dreaded household chore, often taking much longer than anticipated due to tough stains. A lifestyle group has suggested a simple hack for easier cleaning.
Everyday cooking
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