Raise your hand if you’ve ever fallen asleep with your air fryer still plugged in .
You’re not alone.
We all do it — especially after a long day of cooking.
You make crispy fries.
You air-fry your chicken.
You clean the basket.
You forget the plug.
And the next morning?
You assume everything is fine.
Until it isn’t.
A few weeks ago, I came dangerously close to disaster.
I made fries late at night.
I was tired.
I left the air fryer plugged in.
Then, in the middle of the night, I smelled burning .
I followed the scent.
I saw smoke .
And there it was.
My air fryer — still warm, slightly melted, and very close to causing a fire.
That was the last time I left it plugged in.
⚠️ What Happened – And Why You Should Care
That night, I learned a hard lesson:
Just because an appliance is off doesn’t mean it’s safe when plugged in.
My air fryer had a faulty power cord — and even though it wasn’t on…
It was overheating — and the plug was hot to the touch .
I wasn’t the only one this happened to.
A quick Google search showed:
Multiple reports of air fryers overheating or shorting
Stories of smoke, melting outlets , and even fires
Warnings from fire departments about leaving small appliances plugged in overnight
And while air fryers are a kitchen favorite — they’re also a rising safety concern .
🔌 Why You Should Unplug Your Air Fryer at Night:
