Short Circuits and Fires: The Hidden Risks of Power Cuts

Short Circuits and Fires: The Hidden Risks of Power Cuts

Frequent power outages, part of a load-shedding plan presented by the Egyptian government, are leaving residents frustrated over the disruptions to their daily lives, and the scorching heat they can not evade using an air conditioner or a fan when electricity is out. Amidst this inconvenience, there is also a growing fear of the potential damage to their electrical appliances caused by these power cuts. Fluctuations in electrical currents are no…