Falling-TV deaths remain concern even amid LCD fad
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Studies suggest that the number of children killed or injured by falling television has risen even as more consumers replace their clunky old TVs with lighter flat screens.
Published: December 14, 2009
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Studies suggest that the number of children killed or injured by falling television has risen even as more consumers replace their clunky old TVs with lighter flat screens.
The reason for the rise isn't clear but could stem from traditional TV sets becoming heavier. And an industry official suggests that families choosing flat screens may be relegating old sets to rickety furniture in other rooms.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says more than 80 of the 180 furniture-related deaths from 2000 to 2006 involved televisions. And the number rose over the years.
Another study says the surge of flat-screen TVs could eventually lead to fewer injuries because they are not as front-heavy.
But officials warn that any television set can be dangerous if put in an unsafe place and not secured.
---
On the Net:
Consumer Product Safety Commission news release: http://tinyurl.com/yey6g93
(Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
Advertisement
Advertisement
Post a Comment (Please Sign In | Register)
- Please avoid offensive, vulgar, or hateful language.
- Respect others.
- Use the "Flag Comment" link when necessary.
- See the Terms and Conditions for details.
Deal of the Day
Advertisement
Most Popular
- 1.Community, eastern NC mourn Greene County deputy shot & killed in the line of duty
- 2.Wife of former Steelers Coach Bill Cowher laid to rest
- 3.Bald Eagle takes flight over eastern Carolina
- 4.South Dakota World Record Size Hail Stone
- 5.Caught on Tape: Yacht Sinks in Mid Day Accident
- 6.Greenville Police Issue Silver Alert For Missing Teen
- 7.Sizzling Weekend Forecast; Bonnie a Threat to Oil Spill Region
- 8.Wife of former Steelers Coach Bill Cowher laid to rest(1)
- 9.Update: Former Onslow County deputy turns himself in for indecent liberties warrant(1)
Advertisement
Top Videos
Hot Topics on WNCT.com
north carolinalaw_crimeusdhuman interestassociated pressweatherentertainment_culturedisaster_accidentraleighgreenvillesportsunited statescorrespondentsocial issueschief meteorologistcoastalenvironmentwashingtonhospitality_recreationpoliticssouth carolinabusiness_financeeducationlos angelestechnology_internetwar_conflictcbs newsnew york citycbsmeteorologistcraven county jailduplin countyromeo rosinos villatorojon willisdavid sawyerAdvertisement
Results Loading...