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As the UK braces for a heatwave hotter than parts of Spain this week, fire safety experts from Chorlton Fireworks have revealed the surprising items in your home that could become explosive – or dangerously unstable – when left in hot conditions. From deodorant cans to forgotten fireworks, many common products become hazardous when exposed to prolonged heat, particularly in cars, sheds, garages, or lofts – all of which can reach over 50°C during a typical UK heatwave. Top 5 Items That Could Explode or Ignite in a Heatwave: “People don’t realise they’re sitting on a summer fire risk,” says fire safety…

Households have been told to avoid the temptation to blitz everything in their garden, as experts share six things that shouldn’t be pressure washed. As the weather warms up and Brits get to work on sprucing up their gardens, experts at GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk are urging caution when using pressure washers. While the tools are great for patios and driveways, misusing them can cause serious damage and could result in paying out for repairs or replacements of things like wooden furniture, lights, garden sheds and electrical equipment. Using pressure washers and hosepipes for cleaning tasks also requires a lot of water, so using them sensibly is…