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Wichita Fire Department warns of lithium-ion battery fire risk amid red-flag conditions
Wichita City · December 19, 2025
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Wichita Fire Captain Morgan warned residents about fire risks from lithium-ion batteries in common gifts and alerted the city is under a red-flag warning; officials advised proper disposal, avoiding charging on bedding, and securing truck chains to prevent spark-caused fires.
Wichita Fire Captain Morgan warned residents that lithium-ion batteries — commonly found in power tools, e-bikes, scooters and similar devices — can overheat, release toxic gases and spread fire rapidly when overcharged, mishandled or aged.
"Let's avoid this Wichita. Let's not…
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