Hazards Archives

Fisher-Price Issues Recall of 2 Million Infant Swings Following Reports of 5 Fatalities Linked to Suffocation Hazards

East Aurora, N.Y. — Fisher-Price has issued a recall for over 2 million of its infant swings and rockers after reports linked the products to multiple infant deaths. The decision follows an investigation revealing that infants left unrestrained in these devices are at risk of suffocation. The safety alert encompasses specific models of the Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soothers and the 2-in-1 Soothe ‘n Play Gliders. This recall aims to prevent further incidents during …

Hidden Hazards in Your Home: The Explosive Risk Lurking in Modern Fridges

Charlotte, NC — A commonplace refrigerant found in most modern refrigerators poses an underrecognized danger: it is highly flammable and could potentially cause explosions. Concerns have been raised within the appliance repair industry about the safety of this chemical, particularly after a disturbing incident in a North Carolina home. Last year, an unexplained explosion in Lenore Satterwaite’s residence precipitated severe damage, with the doors of her refrigerator blown off and her walls punctured. Although fire …

Millions of Household Products Recalled Across the US for Safety Hazards

Orlando, Florida – Product recalls continue to make headlines across the United States, with laundry detergent packets, garment steamers, and citronella candles being among the latest products flagged for safety concerns. This surge in recalls comes as a cause for alarm, as thousands of consumers nationwide potentially face risks of injury or harm due to defective products on the market. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection …

Deadly Blast at Radius Recycling Plant Sparked by Potential Hazards

Columbus, Georgia – An explosion and fire at the Radius Recycling metal scrapyard in Columbus, Georgia, was a tragic event that had the potential to occur due to unsafe conditions at the site. The incident, which resulted in significant damage and raised concerns about the safety of recycling facilities, has prompted investigations into the cause of the explosion. Authorities are looking into potential factors that may have contributed to the explosion, including the storage of …