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County fire officials advise safety steps for lithium‑ion batteries after rising incidents
Summary
Martin County Fire Rescue briefed commissioners on lithium‑ion battery risks — thermal runaway, reignition and toxic fumes — and urged residents to use manufacturer chargers, unplug devices when fully charged, keep charging off direct sunlight and dispose of batteries safely.
Martin County Fire Rescue officials told the Board of County Commissioners April 7 that lithium‑ion battery incidents are increasing in Florida and urged residents to adopt several safety steps to reduce fire risk and harm.
Deputy Fire Marshal Chris Hansen said latest state reporting shows a rise in lithium‑ion related incidents and that these fires differ from ordinary electrical fires because batteries can enter "thermal runaway,"…
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