One of the scariest things for me is the thought of a fire starting in my house. That’s why I always unplug my phone charger before going to bed and make sure my smoke alarms have working batteries. But recently, I came across a warning from Jason Whitaker in Kentucky that I had never heard of before.

In the fall of 2019, Jason Whitaker had a close call with a fire in his home. He had been noticing a strange smell for some time, suspecting it might be an electrical fire. It took him a while, but he eventually discovered the potential disaster: a spiral light bulb.

Jason quickly realized how lucky he was to have found the problem before it turned into a full-blown fire. To warn his friends and family, he took to Facebook and shared his experience. “These light bulbs will burn your house down,” he wrote.

When Jason shared photos of the bulb, it became clear why it had started smoldering. The bulb had become infested with ladybugs, who had made themselves at home between the spirals. These insects are naturally attracted to warmth and light, and the inside of a spiral bulb offers both. It’s a fire hazard waiting to happen.

It turns out that Jason is not alone in experiencing this danger. Many people have had similar experiences, as evidenced by the comments on his post. One user even mentioned that it had happened to them in their new house.

Jason’s warning has now gone viral, with over 430,000 shares and counting. However, there are still many who are unaware of this potential fire risk. So, take a moment to check your own bulbs at home, especially if you have spiral ones. And while you’re at it, inspect all your lights. It may not take much time, but it could save lives.

Let’s all stay safe and be vigilant about these hidden dangers in our homes. Don’t forget to share this important information with others!