What makes electrical systems a fire hazard?

Overloaded, poorly maintained, or defective wiring.

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  1. Turning off unused devices
  2. Overloaded, poorly maintained, or defective wiring ✔
  3. Using certified electricians

Why: Overloaded or defective electrical systems can overheat and ignite.

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Answer: Overloaded, poorly maintained, or defective wiring. Overloaded or defective electrical systems can overheat and ignite.

  1. Fire safety en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_safety
    Electrical systems that are overloaded, poorly maintained or defective
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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