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How To Extinguish A Battery Fire
After the explosion of an iPhone inside an Apple Store, resulting in a few minor injuries, you might be wondering, “Oh crap, how do I stop my smartphone/laptop/robot dog from burning my house down?” Instead of running for dear life, or dousing your device with spring water, here are the steps you should follow to…
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How To Start A Fire With A Bag Full Of Water
There are few cartoon tropes as ubiquitous as killing ants with a magnifying glass. But if you don’t have a glass, you can always just use the next best thing: A Ziploc bag and some water.
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Your Neglected Christmas Tree Is A Huge Fire Hazard
If you haven’t watered your Christmas tree since you forgot about it on Boxing Day, now is the time to get it out of your house. Unwatered Christmas trees are a huge fire hazard, as this video from the US National Fire Protection Association clearly shows.
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Foolproof Safety Tips For Burning Glass And Ceramic Candles
A Current Affair recently published a story titled Candle Warning that had all of the customary fear mongering flair that its brand has become synonymous with. The subject — exploding glass candles and how they’re a danger to your home. Three minutes of concerned mothers, hidden video cameras and a few tips on how to…
