Thanks to netizens for saving my life, a man said, as the floor tiles in his home became abnormally hot, with the highest temperature soaring to 46.9℃!

"Thanks to netizens for saving my life!"

Recently, a rather strange incident occurred in a resident's home in Guangdong. The temperature of the bathroom floor tiles reached 46.9℃, while other areas only reached 31.7℃.

After seeking help from netizens, the man was advised that there might be an electrical leak under the tiles and that it needed to be dealt with immediately!

The man followed the advice and called a technician to break open the tiles. They discovered that the netizens' prediction was correct: the insulation of the live wire in the pipe underneath was damaged, causing a short circuit and leakage. The PVC pipe was red-hot and had even peeled off, and the copper wire was also corroded and thinned. Fortunately, the problem was addressed in time; otherwise, a short circuit and fire could have had unimaginable consequences.

The man stated that his child discovered the problem while running around barefoot at home. Initially, an electrician checked and said it was nothing, but later, noticing the increasing heat, he decided to try asking netizens for help. Netizens commented: "This is the power of the internet; thankfully, he listened to the advice."

Why are heated floor tiles so dangerous?

Besides underfloor heating, an electrical leak is another major culprit for abnormally heated floor tiles. When the insulation layer of a live wire is damaged, the leakage current continues to generate high temperatures, accelerating insulation aging and potentially leading to an arcing short circuit. The arc temperature generated by this type of short circuit can reach over 2000℃, and because the current at the fault point is relatively small, the circuit breaker may not trip, causing the dangerous arc to persist and easily ignite surrounding flammable materials.

Statistics show that electrical faults are the leading cause of residential fires, and aging wiring and leakage are among the most common contributing factors.

If these 5 signs appear in your home,

please check immediately.

How to prevent electrical fires:

Regular inspection: Focus on checking for aging or damaged wiring in your home, especially in older houses over 15 years old. It is recommended to have a professional electrician conduct a comprehensive inspection.

Proper electricity use: Avoid sharing a single socket with multiple high-power appliances. Air conditioners, water heaters, etc., should be wired separately.

Install a residual current device (RCD): Ensure that your home's distribution box has a qualified RCD and press the "test button" monthly to confirm its proper function.

Moisture and water protection: Sockets in damp areas such as kitchens and bathrooms should be installed with splash-proof boxes to prevent moisture from entering and causing leakage. Replace promptly: If you find damaged wire insulation, loose or blackened sockets, replace them immediately. Do not "make do".