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CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) —The Carmel Fire Department is warning people to watch out for lithium-ion batteries and charging equipment.
Earlier this week, firefighters said their crews responded to a garage filled with smoke. The cause was batteries that had been left charging.
“If you walked into your garage right now, would you find a drill, weed trimmer, leaf blower, e-bike, scooter, or other battery-powered tool plugged in? Most of us would,” Carmel FD posted on Facebook. “Unfortunately, we’re responding more than ever to house fires and close calls caused by lithium-ion batteries and charging equipment.”
According to the fire department, charging batteries is not inherently dangerous, but leaving them plugged in indefinitely, using damaged batteries or chargers, or charging them in areas with combustible materials can increase the risk of fire.
Crews are urging people to unplug tools and devices once they are charged.
- Fire crews simple reminders:
Charge batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.Read Entire Article
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