chargers on Birmingham Dailyhttps://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/chargers/Recent content in chargers on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usTue, 23 Jun 2026 04:46:31 +00008 Household Appliances to Unplug During Extreme Heatwaveshttps://birminghamdaily.co.uk/8-household-appliances-to-unplug-during-extreme-heatwaves/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:46:31 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/8-household-appliances-to-unplug-during-extreme-heatwaves/As the UK braces for a severe heatwave with temperatures soaring up to 39°C, experts recommend unplugging certain household appliances to reduce fire risks and save energy. The heat is expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday, particularly affecting southern England and southeast Wales, with slightly cooler conditions by Friday. Electrical devices such as hair straighteners, phone chargers, kettles, toasters, microwaves, TVs, computers, and entertainment systems have been identified as potential hazards during extreme heat.