In order to lower the risk of electrical fires, the Babylon Fire Department encouraged locals on July 4 to plug air conditioners and other large appliances straight into wall sockets.

Because faulty electrical connections are a significant cause of domestic fires, department officials warned against utilizing extension cords, multi-tap converters, or three-to-two prong adapters with non-portable appliances. Firefighters stressed that these gadgets are not intended to be used in conjunction with powerful home appliances.