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humor The Onion 2026-04-25

Costco Recalls 200,000 Heated Socks After Severe Burns

Apparently, extreme coziness is now a major hazard. Customers are reporting painful mishaps, suggesting the optimal setting is 'slow roast.'


<p>Costco recalled almost 208,000 heated socks after customers reported first- and second-degree burns. What do you think?</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theonion.com/over-200000-heated-socks-recalled-due-to-burns/">Over 200,000 Heated Socks Recalled Due To Burns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theonion.com">The Onion</a>.</p> <p>Costco recalled almost 208,000 heated socks after customers reported first- and second-degree burns. What do <em>you</em> think?</p> <div class="wp-block-gr...

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