FIVE out of 24 electric blankets belonging to elderly people failed safety tests carried out at Lancaster Fire Station during an open day. A further 49 blankets were considered unfit for use, six were repaired and just 19 were considered safe.
The event, organised by Age Concern and Powergen, was aimed at educating people of the hazards associated with faulty electric blankets. For further information, call Age Concern on 01524-720232.
February 12, 2003 09:00
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