Air conditioner explosions are rare but deadly. Recent incidents highlight the risks. Pressure buildup and flammable refrigerants are key causes. Faulty parts and unsafe practices contribute. A ...

The air conditioner's energy efficiency rating indicates how much electricity it uses and, in turn, the environmental harm. If you want to spend less and still enjoy great features, buy an AC with the ...

These models juice up your refrigerator, air conditioner, and other essentials during an emergency—no matter what.

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As climate change exacerbates the risks of extreme heat across California, the state’s prison officials plan to embark on a $38 million pilot project to figure out how to keep their prison cells cool.

After years of rising death tolls from heat, officials are optimistic that cooling centers and other heat mitigation policies ...

California Prison System Beginning $38M Pilot Project to Test Ways to Keep Cells Cooler at 3 Prisons As climate change exacerbates the risks of extreme heat across California, the state’s prison ...

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As climate change exacerbates the risks of extreme heat across California, the state’s prison officials plan to embark ...

A stage supervisor at the Des Moines Metro Opera was injured in July 2024 when a cart of flooring tipped over, highlighting concerns about worker safety. Current and former opera production workers ...

Recreational vehicles (RVs) have long symbolized freedom—the ability to travel wherever the road leads while carrying the comforts of home. Yet freedom depends on power. From running lights and ...

OFF THE RAILS — A $750 million budget deal designed to prevent steep cuts to Bay Area rail and bus service may be on the verge of imploding. State lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom approved a plan ...