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Take a second and think about it.
Your phone. Your tablet. Your laptop. Power tools. Kids’ toys. Wireless headphones. Battery packs. E-bikes and scooters.
Lithium-ion batteries have become part of everyday life, which is exactly why this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is:
🔥 “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”
Lithium-ion batteries store a tremendous amount of energy in a small package. When used properly, they’re generally safe. But when a battery is damaged, improperly charged, overheated, or paired with the wrong charger, that energy can become a serious fire hazard.
A few simple habits can make a difference:
🔌 Use the charging equipment that came with the device or equipment approved by its manufacturer.
🛏️ Don’t charge phones, tablets, or laptops on beds, couches, pillows, or other soft surfaces that can trap heat.
⚠️ Stop using a battery if you notice unusual heat, swelling, leaking, an unusual odor, popping sounds, or a change in shape.
🚪 Keep charging devices away from exits and escape routes.
Charging something is something most of us do every single day.
Make doing it safely part of the routine.
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