United KingdomBritish holidaymakers have been warned about the dangers of purchasing travel adapters from online marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, and AliExpress. Electrical Safety First tested 14 travel adapters purchased from these platforms and found that all failed basic safety standards. These faulty devices pose risks such as electric shocks, electrocution, and fire hazards due to issues like exposed live pins, lack of safety features, and flammable materials. Over 10,000 of these unsafe adapters may have already been sold in the UK. Experts advise consumers to buy travel adapters only from trusted retailers to ensure safety.
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