ALDI product allegedly set someone’s paddock on fire
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To add some brightness to our homes, Solar-powered LED lights are the way to go. These have become a popular way for people to illuminate gardens and outdoor areas efficiently.
But for one resident, these convenient lights also came with serious fire risks.
After purchasing a set of solar LED lights from ALDI, Adelaide Hills resident Rebecca Brookes returned home one day to find her paddock ablaze. The solar panel on the lights had fallen off, and the unit had apparently sparked a fire in the dry grass.
When Brookes contacted ALDI to request a refund and warn them about the dangerous product, she claimed she was merely told to submit a complaint online.
Given how the situation ended up, Brookes is warning every shopper interested in getting this ALDI item to think twice before making the purchase.
‘I told the staff member that I had video of the product on fire, but he wasn't interested,’ Brookes said.
You can watch her video below:
The story might have turned differently if it had not rained that day when she returned home to the blaze.
She said: ‘This could have been catastrophic if on any other high fire danger day.’
In a recent story we covered, a common household item that was left switched on caused a disastrous fire in a family’s home while they were away. The incident left the family in shock, and nothing could’ve warned them about what they were about to see. Read more about this story here.
When it comes to maintaining safety within your home, practice really does make perfect. In light of the incident at Adelaide Hills, it feels especially pertinent to reinforce the importance of home fire safety. Basic measures can go a long way in preventing home fire disasters.
First, ensure you have a functioning smoke alarm in your home. Many disastrous fire accidents take place in homes without operating smoke detectors. Regularly test and change the batteries if needed.
Second, be mindful of the potential risks associated with electronic equipment, including lighting and appliances. Do not overload your outlets and power strips, and avoid running electrical cords under rugs and furniture, which can lead to overheating and trigger a fire.
Investing in a professional electrician to conduct regular checks on your electrical systems, both indoor and outdoor, can be a life-saving decision.
Having a fire extinguisher on hand, and, more importantly, knowing how to use it, could stop a minor incident before escalating into a major disaster.
Lastly, consider creating a home fire escape plan that everyone in your household understands. Thinking ahead can save precious time in an actual emergency. Physical escape routes, emergency numbers, and a designated meeting spot outside the home-–are all vital components of a well-considered escape plan.
What do you think about ALDI’s response? Do you have fire-prevention tips you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments below, and be safe, members!
But for one resident, these convenient lights also came with serious fire risks.
After purchasing a set of solar LED lights from ALDI, Adelaide Hills resident Rebecca Brookes returned home one day to find her paddock ablaze. The solar panel on the lights had fallen off, and the unit had apparently sparked a fire in the dry grass.
When Brookes contacted ALDI to request a refund and warn them about the dangerous product, she claimed she was merely told to submit a complaint online.
Given how the situation ended up, Brookes is warning every shopper interested in getting this ALDI item to think twice before making the purchase.
‘I told the staff member that I had video of the product on fire, but he wasn't interested,’ Brookes said.
You can watch her video below:
The story might have turned differently if it had not rained that day when she returned home to the blaze.
She said: ‘This could have been catastrophic if on any other high fire danger day.’
In a recent story we covered, a common household item that was left switched on caused a disastrous fire in a family’s home while they were away. The incident left the family in shock, and nothing could’ve warned them about what they were about to see. Read more about this story here.
When it comes to maintaining safety within your home, practice really does make perfect. In light of the incident at Adelaide Hills, it feels especially pertinent to reinforce the importance of home fire safety. Basic measures can go a long way in preventing home fire disasters.
First, ensure you have a functioning smoke alarm in your home. Many disastrous fire accidents take place in homes without operating smoke detectors. Regularly test and change the batteries if needed.
Second, be mindful of the potential risks associated with electronic equipment, including lighting and appliances. Do not overload your outlets and power strips, and avoid running electrical cords under rugs and furniture, which can lead to overheating and trigger a fire.
The solar LED light believed to have caused the fire was the 5W Solar Floodlight. Credit: ALDI
Investing in a professional electrician to conduct regular checks on your electrical systems, both indoor and outdoor, can be a life-saving decision.
Having a fire extinguisher on hand, and, more importantly, knowing how to use it, could stop a minor incident before escalating into a major disaster.
Lastly, consider creating a home fire escape plan that everyone in your household understands. Thinking ahead can save precious time in an actual emergency. Physical escape routes, emergency numbers, and a designated meeting spot outside the home-–are all vital components of a well-considered escape plan.
What do you think about ALDI’s response? Do you have fire-prevention tips you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments below, and be safe, members!
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