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Microwave: Never put these 4 things in the microwave; it could cause the oven to explode! Learn these important safety tips..
Indiaemploymentnews | January 29, 2026 4:39 PM CST

Microwave Safety Tips: Microwaves have become an essential appliance in every kitchen today. Whether it's heating food in minutes or cooking something instantly, a microwave is considered very useful. But did you know that a small mistake can not only damage your microwave oven but also cause a major accident? In fact, several things are absolutely unsafe to put in a microwave. Heating these items can even cause the microwave to explode. In this article, we will tell you about things that should never be put in a microwave. By keeping these safety tips in mind, you can use your microwave safely...

1. Aluminum Foil
You should never use aluminum foil in a microwave. The oven's surface is made of metal, and the foil is also made of metal, which increases the risk of sparking. This can create sparks inside the oven and significantly increase the risk of fire. Therefore, do not use foil under any circumstances.

2. Do Not Boil Eggs
You should also not boil eggs in a microwave. When an egg is boiled in a microwave, the steam can cause the egg to explode inside the shell, significantly increasing the risk of an explosion. This can damage the microwave as well as cause harm to you.

3. Airtight Containers
Avoid heating airtight containers inside the microwave. When we heat a sealed container, the pressure can cause the container to explode inside the microwave. This can cause significant damage to the appliance.

4. Do Not Heat Metal Utensils
You should never heat metal utensils made of steel, aluminum, or iron in a microwave. This can cause sparking in the microwave, significantly increasing the risk of fire or explosion. For this reason, only microwave-safe glass, ceramic, or microwave-safe plastic containers should be used in a microwave.

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