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Silicon Valley real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Man's death from battling ebike lithium-ion battery fire prompts warning from San Jose Fire Dept.

Lithium battery fires from e-bikes pose significant dangers, leading to toxic smoke and potential fatalities, as highlighted by a recent incident in San Jose.
#kitchen-safety
#safety
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 common household gadgets into an extension cord - according to an electrician

fromZDNET
9 months ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 appliances (including AC units) into extension cords - according to professionals

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 common household gadgets into an extension cord - according to an electrician

fromZDNET
9 months ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 appliances (including AC units) into extension cords - according to professionals

Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

Ring of Fire Ski Stunt Goes Very Poorly

Norwegian skier Mathias Birkelund crashed into a flaming ring during a stunt attempt, highlighting the dangers of amateur fire-based skiing tricks.
Gadgets
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

10 Of The Biggest Refrigerator Recalls Of All Time - Tasting Table

Faulty refrigerators can cause injuries, fires, and property damage, prompting large recalls and consumer remedies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Could my power bank start a fire on board a plane? Here are the rules and the risks

Virgin Australia is considering rule changes regarding lithium batteries after a fire on a flight was allegedly caused by a passenger's power bank.
Travel
#electrical-safety
fromZDNET
10 months ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 appliances (including AC units) into extension cords - here's why

fromZDNET
10 months ago
Gadgets

Don't plug these 7 appliances (including AC units) into extension cords - here's why

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
9 months ago

Police In San Francisco and San Jose Seize Large Hauls of Illegal Fireworks Ahead of July 4th Holiday

Authorities in San Francisco and San Jose seized significant caches of illegal fireworks, preventing potential harm and chaos in urban areas.
Bicycling
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Sales of illegal and dangerous ebikes must be stopped, say MPs and peers

MPs urge urgent action to curb illegal electric bikes, especially among gig economy delivery riders due to safety concerns.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 months ago

Authorities identify two who died in recent Contra Costa County crashes

Fire officials said fire crews were forced to let it burn itself out because the lithium battery from the SUV was sending hydrogen fluoride into the air.
SF parents
#southwest-airlines
fromBoston.com
10 months ago

Students, teacher taken to hospital after TikTok challenge goes awry at Providence school

"An event like that will injure anyone close by. The fire can easily spread to clothing, bedding, upholstery, and furniture." - Michael Kelleher
NYC parents
fromFast Company
10 months ago

Teens are still setting fire to Chromebooks for TikTok clout

The #ChromebookChallenge has rapidly spread across the country, leading to serious health risks for students and alarming consequences from school administrations.
OMG science
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