A cheap phone charger from Temu caused a house fire in Auckland, prompting safety warnings.

A house fire in Greenhithe, Auckland, was caused by a cheap phone charger from online retailer Temu, which overheated when placed on soft material. The incident damaged a three-storey house, requiring extensive repairs, and prompted a warning against using unapproved and cheap charging cables. Five fire trucks responded, and all occupants escaped safely. Fire and Emergency recommends charging devices on hard surfaces to reduce fire risks.

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