The government has issued an alert to notify people that aging capacitors are expected to explode this week. They are not sure why this is happening at this time, but said that this coming week is the most likely time that capacitors will begin to explode.
Small capacitors, (less than one inch in size) will explode which will emit toxic fumes and may cause a fire. Large capacitors can explode in a manner similar to a stick of dynamite, possibly killing people and destroying structures.
Electronic devices containing capacitors DO NOT need to be connected to an electrical source to explode. It's a chemical reaction, and applied power is not necessary to cause deadly explosions.
If you have any electronics in your home or office, which is likely to contain capacitors, REMOVE IT IMMEDIATELY. Get it as far away from homes, and other buildings as quickly as possible. DO NOT DELAY.
The following is a partial list of electronics which contain capacitors:
Televisions Radios Cellphones Computers Microwave ovens Clocks Stereos PA Equipment Guitar Amps Hearing aids Medical monitoring electronics Refrigerators Electric ranges HVAC equipment Automobiles CB Radios Digital Cameras LED lights (including flashlights) Automotive testers Telephone gear Electronic doorbell chimes Heart pacemakers Electronic games and toys Electric meters Electric water pumps Anything containing an electric motor
And much more.....
ACT NOW - DO NOT DELAY!