Springfield chiefs warn homeowners about lithium-ion charging risks
Springfield Fire Chief Jacob King urged residents to avoid leaving lithium-ion batteries charging unattended, citing risks of thermal runaway and toxic smoke and pointing to incidents with scooters and hoverboards.
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Fire Chief Jacob King told listeners that the Fire Prevention Week focus this year was "lithium battery safety," saying damaged cells and unattended charging can cause rapid, high-heat "thermal runaway" fires. "If you put it on the charger, have it in an area that's, secluded away from anything else that is combustible, but don't leave it on the charger," King said, urging people to remain nearby while devices charge.
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