In many people's childhood memories, they have the experience of being "baked" by an electric blanket and having a dry mouth. In the nineties of the last century, electric blankets were a must-have for many families in winter, and if they didn't have them, they would be outdated. 80
At that time in the countryside, there was no collective heating, and people could only use hot water bottles or hot water bottles to keep warm, but the effect was not good. In the 80s, the electric blanket came out, which was popular because of its affordability and ease of use, and it was even more popular all over the country in the 90s. But now, the electric blanket is gradually fading out of people's field of vision, why is this? 
The rise and fall of electric blankets
Many people remember that the electric blanket they used when they were children often "woke up". At that time, everyone left the electric blanket on all night, and although the parents reminded them to turn it off before going to bed, many people would still turn it on secretly. I slept until midnight, thirsty, and could only wake up from a sweet dream to drink water in the living room.
In the nineties, electric blankets set off a boom, which was cheap and effective, and it was even more popular in rural areas. However, it is a good option for the average family.
Why electric blankets are gone
In recent years, fire accidents caused by electric blankets have become common, causing concerns about their safety, and some people have even stopped using them. Let's take a look at the heating principle of the electric blanket, which is composed of small electric tungsten wires, which conducts electricity through the power supply to generate heat. In 2023, Guangming.com reported that a fire was caused by the improper use of electric blankets in a community in Nanshan, Shenzhen. 
The occupants did not turn off the electric blankets in time, resulting in the high temperature igniting the mattress. Because the electric blanket is in a high temperature state for a long time, it is easy to burn the electric tungsten wire and cause a fire. Moreover, electric blankets are usually spread on the bed, and the quilts on the bed are flammable, and once the electric tungsten wire is burned out, it is easy to catch fire. Fortunately, there were no people in this accident, but it also made people more cautious about using electric blankets. 
In addition, as the standard of living in rural areas improves, people have more choices. Many families can afford the cost of air conditioning, and it has become the norm to turn on air conditioning for heating in winter. There are also heaters, electric oil tins, etc., which are not only convenient, but also safer. Although most households no longer use electric blankets, there are still a very small number of families who continue to use them.