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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why You Should Be Careful with This Type of Cell Phone Chargers

Leaving cell phone chargers plugged in when not in use can lead to higher electricity bills and fire hazards.

Mar 19 • 17:34 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KITCHEN FLAMES: A small detail in the air fryer can cause a dangerous fire

Air fryers have become popular for their ability to cook crispy food with less oil, but improper use of baking paper can lead to dangerous fires.

Mar 18 • 09:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Urgent product recalls at Asda, Farmfoods and Argos over safety fears

The Food Standards Agency has issued urgent product recalls for certain items sold at Asda, Farmfoods, and Argos due to safety concerns including allergen risks and potential fire hazards.

Mar 15 • 15:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Air fryer owners urged to follow 'two-inch' rule or risk a fire

Air fryer users in the UK are cautioned to maintain a two-inch clearance around their appliances to prevent fire hazards.

Mar 6 • 09:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire destroys broom and mop warehouse factory in Goiânia; video

A fire at a broom and mop warehouse in Goiânia spread to a nearby junkyard, complicating firefighters' efforts due to electrical hazards and combustible materials.

Mar 5 • 13:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I'm a firefighter and people make 4 common mistakes that cause danger'

Firefighters from Essex highlight four common household mistakes that significantly increase fire risks.

Feb 27 • 11:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Apartments built with 110V always raise fire concerns"... Residents express anxiety over the Eunma Apartment tragedy

Residents near the Eunma Apartment in Gangnam, where a recent fire resulted in four casualties including a 17-year-old, are expressing heightened concerns about the fire risks associated with aging infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 08:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Possible explosion, do not charge more than 70%! This brand has recalled EV

Volvo has initiated a significant recall of its popular EX30 electric SUV due to potential fire hazards related to the high-voltage battery packs, affecting over 40,000 vehicles worldwide.

Feb 25 • 05:21 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The scene in Vilnius shocked: waste dumped on the street, but the hauler has an explanation

A resident of Vilnius expresses outrage as garbage was dumped on the street near a waste container, but a waste management company explains the incident was due to potential fire hazards.

Feb 24 • 11:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair flight attendant shares item you should never pack in checked baggage

A former Ryanair flight attendant advises against packing laptops in checked baggage due to fire hazards.

Feb 23 • 06:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Weak Rain and Strong Winds, Fine Dust Across the Country... Precautions Against Fire in Gangwon East Coast and Yeongnam

The weather forecast indicates weak rain and strong winds, raising concerns over potential fire hazards due to dry conditions in specific regions of South Korea.

Feb 22 • 00:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Regular homework turned an apartment building in Tallinn into almost a death chamber

A routine homework task led to a hazardous situation in a Tallinn apartment building filled with smoke, where residents were evacuated due to the potential risk of fire from unnoticed heat sources.

Feb 21 • 08:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Cars Burn Very Well". How to Ensure Fire Safety in Your Vehicle and Garage

The article discusses the fire hazards associated with both old and new vehicles, emphasizing the importance of electrical systems and their potential to cause fires if not properly maintained.

Feb 17 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Anyone who uses an air fryer needs to do 1 important thing

The article emphasizes the importance of correctly using baking parchment or foil in air fryers to prevent fire hazards.

Feb 15 • 05:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An everyday method caused a dangerous situation in a house in Kokkola

A phone charging on a bed in Kokkola ignited, causing a serious fire hazard which was promptly extinguished by the homeowner without any injuries reported.

Feb 11 • 17:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The most dangerous mistake we make in the kitchen

A common kitchen mistake involves the placement of flammable items near heat sources, which poses significant fire hazards.

Feb 9 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Serious warning for small house residents: Don't do this

Residents are warned against attempting to thaw frozen pipes themselves due to the risk of fires.

Feb 9 • 06:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cold Until Monday... Beware of Heavy Snow in Honam and Jeju, Fire Hazards

South Korea is forecasted to experience extremely cold weather with heavy snowfall in Honam and Jeju until Monday, raising concerns about icy roads and fire hazards due to dry conditions.

Feb 7 • 23:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Esmeraldas: lives over the fire

The province of Esmeraldas, known for its recurrent refinery fires, faces significant environmental hazards as black smoke engulfs neighborhoods and homes due to a major fire incident.

Feb 4 • 11:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The thaw of ice on the Day of Spring... Seoul at 7 degrees, East Coast very dry

On February 4, the Day of Spring, warm weather is expected with Seoul reaching 7 degrees Celsius while the East Coast will be very dry, raising concerns about icy roads and potential fire hazards due to dry air.

Feb 3 • 23:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Times are tough. Are you ready for an earthquake, war, fire, snow...

The article highlights the importance of being prepared for various emergencies such as earthquakes and suggests essential supplies to keep in one's car.

Jan 9 • 11:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Firefighters issued a warning to citizens

The Zagreb Fire Department has warned citizens about the dangers of walking on frozen bodies of water, emphasizing that ice can be uneven in thickness and can break suddenly without warning.

Jan 8 • 19:52 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
World

An ‘Avoidable Tragedy’: The Hazards That Led to the Swiss Fire Disaster

The article discusses the various hazards and circumstances that contributed to the fire disaster in Switzerland, emphasizing that it was an avoidable tragedy.

Jan 3 • 17:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Don't play with fire. Stricter penalties have just come into effect

New legislation has significantly increased fines for causing fire hazards, with the maximum fine rising from 5,000 PLN to 30,000 PLN and decriminalizing warnings for grass burning.

Jan 2 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Urgent product recalls for John Lewis toy, candles and popular kids Christmas present

John Lewis wooden toys, Iittala luxury candles, and certain water beads have been recalled due to choking and fire hazards, prompting warnings to shoppers regarding the safety of these Christmas products.

Dec 29 • 10:31 UTC

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