Jason Whitaker never expected a light bulb to nearly burn down his house. In 2019, he noticed a strange smell and found it was coming from an old spiral CFL bulb filled with ladybugs. The buildup had become a serious fire hazard.
He shared photos and a warning on Facebook: “These light bulbs will burn your house down.” The post went viral, with others sharing similar stories.
It’s a good reminder—check your old spiral bulbs. A quick look could prevent a fire.