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Mayor proclaims October 2025 Fire Prevention Week in Newton; Fire Marshal urges lithium-ion safety

City Commission of Newton · September 24, 2025
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Mayor Rich Stinnett proclaimed October 2025 as Fire Prevention Week. The city’s Fire Marshal warned of increased battery-related fires tied to lithium-ion devices and urged residents to buy certified products, charge batteries safely and recycle them responsibly.

Mayor Rich Stinnett proclaimed October 2025 as Fire Prevention Week for the City of Newton and the city’s Fire Marshal used the floor to explain why officials are emphasizing battery safety this year.

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