Lithium-ion batteries power everyday life, but improper use and disposal can lead to dangerous fires. Simple safety habits and responsible recycling can dramatically reduce risks across homes, ...

Firefighters and safety managers now face fires that may not respond to traditional suppression. This lack of clarity has ...

A fire that broke out Thursday evening in a Cambridge apartment displaced four residents and caused an estimated $600,000 in damage, state fire officials said. The blaze, reported around 5 p.m. at 314 ...

Local firefighters are warning residents to properly dispose of lithium-ion batteries after a discarded vape battery ignited ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — All week long Fire Departments across KELOLAND are talking about Fire Prevention Week. The Rapid City Department has been focusing on lithium ion batteries and the fires that ...

The Boise Fire Department responded to a garbage truck fire Thursday morning. The cause was determined to be a lithium-ion ...

The National Fire Protection Association announced on Sept. 29, 2025, that “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” will be the theme for Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct.

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - In smartphones, scooters, lawnmowers and more, they’re everywhere. Lithium batteries power lots of what we use on a daily basis, but with improper care, they can be hazardous.

The Durham Fire Department is raising awareness about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries as part of Fire Prevention Week. Used in everyday items like phones, e-bikes, power tools and toys, ...

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Did you know that many electronics in your home — like your smartphone — have lithium-ion batteries that could catch fire if they are not charged properly? October 5 through 11 marks ...

The West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office and local fire departments are supporting the National Fire Protection Association to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign: “Charge into Fire ...