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Power restored, but surge ignites Detroit home killing 95-year-old grandmother

Posted on May 18, 2017 by

Different Smart Meter models lack surge protection. From Fox 2, WJBK By Erika Benson March 17, 2017 DETROIT (WJBK) – A 95-year-old grandmother died this week after she was rushed to the hospital after power was restored to the family’s … Continue reading →

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Michigan: Sen. Patrick Colbeck talks about security problems and other threats with Smart Meters

Posted on March 9, 2017 by

8 minute testimony by Michigan Senator Patrick Colbeck on the vulnerabilities of smart meters. He has a highly technical background in aerospace and states what many of us have said for years regarding their threats to individuals and the grid. … Continue reading →

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More ComEd Smart Meter fires? Electric meters cause $20,000 November fire and $150,000 January fire in Illinois

Posted on November 21, 2016 by

Three articles below on ComEd electric meter fires in Schaumberg, Illinois. This latest one caused $20,000. in damage, and the previous one caused $150,000. in damage and displaced 18 families.  Were these Smart Meters? It seems so. The city website says … Continue reading →

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Maryland: Pepco disconnects electricity to family refusing to pay opt-out fees despite heat wave

Posted on August 18, 2016 by

The newspaper uses the key phrase “lack of any conclusive evidence”. This and similar phrases are repeatedly used by utility companies and regulatory agencies to confuse and deny.  Who is responsible for “concluding?” With the rampant conflicts of interest throughout … Continue reading →

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Electrician discusses Smart Meter hazards (VIDEO)

Posted on August 1, 2016 by

NOTE: If you have flickering lights or other electrical issues mentioned in this video and you have evidence of a potential fire situation, and/or you detect heat from the meter or electrical panel or you hear sounds (eg. popping, sizzling),  contact … Continue reading →

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Since 2012, UK Chief Fire Officers Association has supplied warning labels for meters

Posted on March 25, 2016 by

From Chief Fire Officers Association February 17, 2012 Label Electrical Safety CFOA have been working jointly with the Electrical Safety Council for some time. After an investigation by East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service into the frequency of fires originating at the electrical … Continue reading →

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Ontario, Canada: late night Smart Meter fire

Posted on March 24, 2016 by

From Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre Smart Meter Fire in Owen Sound by Matthew Sanderson March 23, 2016 Fire officials say a number of electrical issues could have caused the small fire. (Owen Sound) – A smart meter caught on fire … Continue reading →

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