That Time an Australian Model’s Sauna Nearly Killed Her
Okay, picture this: you’re chilling in a sauna, finally relaxing after a long week—when boom! The thing literally explodes. Sounds like a bad movie, right? But that’s exactly what went down with Aussie model Dominique Elissa. And get this—she caught the whole nightmare on camera. The video blew up (no pun intended) on TikTok, and honestly? It’s the kind of wake-up call we all need about those “harmless” home wellness gadgets.
So What Actually Happened?
Let me break it down for you. Dominique was just a few minutes into her infrared sauna session when—no warning—the door blasted open like something out of an action film. “I legit thought I was done for,” she said in the video, which shows her scrambling away as smoke pours out. The crazy part? She walked away without a scratch. But man, that sauna wasn’t so lucky—total write-off, with burn marks and shattered glass everywhere.
Now, here’s the thing that gets me: these saunas are supposed to be safe. Experts are still figuring out what went wrong, but the top guesses are:
- Wiring gone bad: You know how your phone charger sometimes acts up? Imagine that, but with way higher stakes.
- Heat that didn’t quit: Maybe the thermostat failed, turning the sauna into a ticking time bomb.
- Just plain bad design: Some cheap models cut corners where it matters most.
How the Internet Lost Its Mind
Dominique’s TikTok? Yeah, it broke the internet for a hot minute. Like, millions of views in hours. People were commenting things like “NOPE, canceling my sauna order” and “How are you even alive?!” The video’s wildest moment comes around 15 seconds in—one second it’s peaceful, the next there’s this insane bang and Dominique’s bolting like her life depends on it (because, well, it did).
In her follow-up posts, she kept it real: “I’m still shook,” she admitted. Can you blame her? She’s now telling everyone to trust their gut—if your sauna starts acting sketchy, get out fast. Smart advice, if you ask me.
Wait—Do Saunas Explode Often?
Turns out it’s rare, but not unheard of. There was this case in Sweden a couple years back where a gym sauna caught fire—two people got hurt. Most times, it comes down to people skipping maintenance or buying junk equipment. Like my dad always says: “Buy nice or buy twice.” Maybe add “or risk exploding” to that.
What Everyone’s Saying
The comments section was equal parts horrified and supportive. Some folks shared their own close calls with hair dryers or space heaters, which really drives home the point—we surround ourselves with potential hazards every day without thinking twice.
Even news outlets like Daily Mail picked up the story, which is how you know it’s serious. They brought in safety experts who basically said: “Yeah, don’t be dumb with your sauna.” Groundbreaking.
The Takeaway
Look, I’m not saying ditch your sauna. But Dominique’s story is a solid reminder that anything with heat and electricity deserves respect. Check your equipment, listen for weird noises, and maybe keep a fire extinguisher handy. Oh, and if your sauna starts sounding like a popcorn machine? Run.
Ever had a close call with your home gadgets? Hit me in the comments—I’ll probably read them from a safe distance.
If You Want to Dig Deeper
- Dominique’s original WTF moment (TikTok)
- Actual useful safety tips (not from me)
- More horror stories about “safe” home appliances
Source: NY Post – World News
