The Masan Fire Station of Changwon Special City, Gyeongnam, has issued a special warning regarding the increase in fires related to the surge in fan and air conditioner usage due to the summer heat.


According to the fire station on the 25th, a fire broke out on the 24th at an apartment complex located in Wolyeong-dong, Masanhappo-gu, caused by electrical factors related to fan usage, prompting a dispatch.

An increase in the use of electric fans and air conditioners has prompted a warning to be cautious of fire hazards.

An increase in the use of electric fans and air conditioners has prompted a warning to be cautious of fire hazards.

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Accordingly, the fire station urged safety precautions to eliminate risk factors such as fire when using fans and air conditioners.


The safety guidelines include ▲removing dust and foreign substances before using cooling devices ▲cleaning around power outlets ▲stopping use if the fan motor overheats ▲using dedicated outlets to prevent overload ▲checking for flammable materials around the air conditioner outdoor unit and inspecting wiring damage at connection points ▲maintaining a certain distance between the outdoor unit and the wall during installation.


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Chief Lee Seon-jang said, “Using cooling devices such as fans and air conditioners for extended periods increases the risk of fire due to overload,” and added, “Please conduct thorough pre-use inspections for safety.”


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