Electricity is so central in our lives that it’s easy to forget just how dangerous it can be.
Every year, about 51,000 home fires are caused by electrical issues, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International. Nearly a third of those fires occur between November and February, reports the National Fire Protection Association.
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