Lithium-ion batteries are used in common household devices. Fire crews shared tips on how to stop them from catching fire.

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, ...

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 ...

Lithium batteries can be damaged by severe temperatures, overcharging, and impacts. Those batteries then overheat and can ...

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.

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 ...

"It's a very significant problem." That is how Robert Slone, senior vice president and chief scientist at UL Solutions, describes the growing risk tied to everyday devices powered by lithium‑ion ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Last week, an electric bike that was being charged in an east Austin apartment caused a fire, according to the Austin Fire Department. E-bikes are powered by lithium-ion batteries.