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 …