Seminole County proclaims Fire Prevention Week; fire officials warn about lithium‑ion battery risks
The BOCC adopted a proclamation designating Oct. 4–10, 2026 as Fire Prevention Week and highlighted growing fire hazards from lithium‑ion batteries used in phones, scooters and other devices; Assistant Fire Marshal Gabriel Schuller urged safe charging and proper disposal.
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The Seminole County Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 13 adopted a proclamation declaring Oct. 4–10, 2026 Fire Prevention Week and promoted a ‘‘Safe Charging is a Super Power’’ theme related to lithium‑ion battery safety.
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