Christmas Decor Fire Hazards: Experts Issue Urgent Warning
Lighting experts warn of seven common festive fire risks, from tinsel to dry trees. Learn how to protect your home this Christmas and ensure a safe holiday season.
Category : Search result: domestic hazards
Five 'most dangerous' appliances to never leave on standby
An electrical safety expert warns of five common household appliances posing major fire risks if left on standby. Learn which devices top the list and how to protect your home.
Christmas Trees Pose Toxic Risk to Cats, Charity Warns
Animal charity Blue Cross warns cat owners of toxic risks from real Christmas trees, including oils and fertilisers. Learn 4 essential tips to protect your feline this festive season.
10 Festive Foods That Are Fatal to Dogs
Keep your pet safe this Christmas. Learn which 10 common festive foods are toxic to dogs, from chocolate to mince pies, and what to do in an emergency.
8 Festive Foods That Are Fatal for Dogs
A leading dog trainer warns UK pet owners of eight common Christmas foods, from mince pies to cheese, that can be toxic and even fatal to dogs. Learn how to keep your pet safe.
Candle fires cost UK homes over £25,000 on average
Aviva warns festive candle fires average over £25,000 in damage. Discover essential safety tips to protect your home this Christmas and avoid costly insurance claims.
Girl rescued after sand hole collapses in Texas
A 12-year-old girl was completely buried after a sand hole she dug collapsed during a family Thanksgiving outing in Texas. Read how her father and first responders averted a tragedy.
Protect Your Pet This Holiday Season
Discover why festive hazards like turkey bones and chocolate make pet insurance a vital safeguard for UK pet owners this holiday season. Get covered today.
Avoid These 3 Dangerous Turkey Mistakes
Food safety experts reveal critical turkey preparation errors to avoid this Thanksgiving. Learn proper thawing, cooking temperatures, and handling to prevent food poisoning.
Protect Your Pet This Festive Season
Turkey bones, chocolate & decorations pose serious risks to pets this Christmas. Learn why pet insurance claims spike and how to choose the right policy. Keep your furry family safe.
UK Snow Warning: 5 Regions at Risk as Temperatures Plunge
The Met Office warns of snow and ice hazards hitting five UK regions next week, with temperatures dropping to -7°C. Get the latest forecast and travel advice.
Vet's urgent winter warning for dog owners
Leading vet Sean McCormack reveals the crucial winter symptom in dogs that demands immediate attention. Protect your pet's paws from grit, salt, and ice damage with expert advice.
Airbnb demands block domestic abuse survivors from safety
Exclusive investigation reveals how vulnerable Londoners escaping abusive relationships are being blocked from emergency housing by Airbnb's verification policies requiring court documentation many don't possess.
Deadly Jellyfish Found at UK Beach - Safety Warning
Holidaymakers are being urged to stay vigilant after dangerous compass jellyfish were discovered at a popular British beach, prompting immediate safety warnings from marine experts.
4 Essential Pet Safety Tips Every Owner Must Know
Veterinary experts reveal four common household hazards that could put your pets at risk during colder months, including surprising Christmas dangers and everyday items.
Lithium batteries blamed for India bus fire killing 21
A devastating fire sparked by suspected lithium-ion batteries has claimed 21 lives in India, raising urgent questions about transport safety regulations for electronic devices.
Family photo reveals hidden danger in Australian homes
An ordinary family photograph has exposed a terrifying threat lurking in Australian homes, prompting urgent warnings from safety experts about dangers most parents would never notice.
Killer's chilling threat before murdering partner revealed
A domestic violence perpetrator's sickening threat before murdering his ex-partner reveals the terrifying reality of abusive relationships. The courtroom heard how he strangled and burned Samantha in a brutal attack that has shocked the community.
Campaign: Prosecute domestic abuse suicide links
Campaigners are urging UK authorities to enforce existing laws when domestic violence victims take their own lives, arguing these tragic deaths should be treated as unlawful acts.
Toddler's emergency surgery after swallowing magnetic balls
A three-year-old British boy required emergency surgery after swallowing powerful magnetic balls, highlighting the hidden dangers in children's toys.
Mum smells nail varnish remover, finds gas leak
A mother's keen sense of smell detected nail varnish remover odour that turned out to be a dangerous gas leak, potentially saving her family from disaster in their UK home.
Workplace Cardiac Death: The Silent Office Killer
Groundbreaking research reveals how workplace stress and long hours are creating a hidden epidemic of sudden cardiac death among apparently healthy workers. Discover the warning signs and protective measures.
Police officer's wife reveals horrific domestic abuse ordeal
The wife of a high-ranking Metropolitan Police officer has come forward with harrowing allegations of physical abuse and death threats, claiming she was punched and told 'I will kill you' during a violent attack at their family home.
Texas funeral worker crushed to death by burial vault
A 47-year-old funeral home employee has died in a devastating workplace incident after being crushed by a heavy burial vault at a Texas cemetery. The tragic accident has sparked safety investigations.
Teen drowns in California desert reservoir tragedy
Brandon Padilla, an 18-year-old student, drowned during a swimming trip with friends at a Barstow reservoir, highlighting water safety risks in desert communities.
Algerian woman tortured, murdered by ex who enjoyed abuse
Shocking court case reveals horrific details of domestic violence murder where perpetrator confessed to deriving sexual satisfaction from torturing his former partner
Texas funeral worker crushed to death in workplace accident
A devastating workplace accident at a Texas funeral home has claimed the life of a 47-year-old employee who was fatally crushed by equipment. The incident has sparked investigations and raised serious safety concerns.
iPad battery explosion sparks devastating house fire
A charging iPad burst into flames in an Essex home, causing extensive damage and forcing a family to flee for their lives in the middle of the night. The dramatic incident serves as a stark warning about lithium-ion battery safety.
Mum's shocking toddler pocket discovery sparks safety alert
A UK mother's routine laundry check uncovered a potentially deadly household item in her toddler's pocket, sparking an urgent child safety alert that's going viral.
Surviving a salon shooting: My ex-husband's attack
A courageous hairdresser shares her harrowing story of surviving a close-range shooting by her ex-husband at the salon where she worked, exposing the brutal reality of domestic violence escalation in the UK.
Page 1 of 4