Biggest Home Dangers

Biggest Home Dangers


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(KSL News) The Consumer Product Safety Commission today released its top five hidden home hazards.

Topping the list are magnets in toys. Those magnets can kill a child if swallowed.

Hazard number two are toys and other products that have been recalled.

Number three is tip-over dangers from top-heavy furniture.

Unsafe or unsecured window cords are another hazard.

And pool and spa drains that aren't covered also can be dangerous. They can create powerful suction when they aren't secured.

Each year, 33.1 million people are injured by consumer products in the home.

You can get more information on recalls and home hazards by going to the link on the right.

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