ARNOLD AFB, Tenn., Sept. 21 -- Arnold Air Force Base issued the following press release:
Many of the devices we use every day, such as phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes and scooters run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which store large amounts of energy in a small space.
When those batteries are damaged or charged incorrectly, however, they can overheat, start a fire or even explode.
With lithium-ion batteries becoming increasingly common, the National Fire Protection Association has announced "Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower" as the theme for Fire Prevention Week 2026, observed Oct. 4-10.
This year's campaign focuses on educating the public about how to safely use, store and recharge lithium-i...