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Please forgive the pic- while it shows everything clearly- it's not clear what it shows.

Imagine a house converted into apartments. Also imagine the rear porch being enclosed, and added to the living space. This pic was taken under that porch, which is now used as a 'crawl space.' (OK, maybe 'stumble and head bump space :-) )

The piece of old-style 6/3 romex, with wire nuts on it, is laying exactly as I found it. It is also connected (via 'flying splice') to a similar piece of romex that serves the stove above.

It is quite hot. It also lies right where you are likely to step on it.

It seems we ahve some "minefields" here to look out for!

Code or no code, it is unforgivable to abandon a wire in this manner, setting the stage for a major injury. Even a DIY or handyman would know better!

- renosteinke
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