Dubai police have issued a safety alert after a viral social‑media challenge encouraged youngsters to heat slime and squishy toys in microwaves. The practice can cause burns, explosions and even small fires, a risk parents in the UAE should be aware of.
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What happened
The Child and Women Protection Department of the General Department of Human Rights, together with the Cybercrime and e‑Crime Prevention Department of the General Department of Criminal Investigation, released an official statement. They warned that a growing trend on social media shows teens putting squishy toys and slime in microwaves to make them softer.
Why it’s dangerous
When heated, the material expands, releasing hot vapours and particles. Opening the microwave can cause the toy to explode or splatter, burning a child’s face, hands or body. The high temperature can also damage the appliance and spark a small fire.
Police advice
- Do not let children experiment with microwaves.
- Keep soft toys away from kitchen equipment.
- Contact child‑protection services if you notice risky behaviour.
What this means for you
Whether you’re an expat or a local resident, monitor what your kids are doing online and explain the hazards of such challenges. Home safety is a personal responsibility.
For full details see the original article (https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/07/03/dubai-police-warns-against-heating-squishy-toys-in-microwave).
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