With parched conditions existing throughout the state, Gov. Maura Healey has declared Oct. 5-11 as Fire Prevention Week in Massachusetts. And while outside conditions certainly demand our attention, ...

The National Fire Protection Association announced on Sept. 29, 2025, that “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” will be the theme for Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Fire Department gave safety tips for lithium batteries after one sparked a hoverboard fire in an apartment Wednesday morning. At 6:12 a.m., someone called 911 ...

QUINCY, Mass. — Most home electronics are powered by lithium-ion batteries, and if not used correctly or damaged, they can overheat and start a fire or explode. In response to these potential risks, ...

The Santa Monica Fire Department is urging residents to learn about lithium-ion battery safety during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11, through community events and educational initiatives. The ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Electronics using lithium-ion batteries are all around us. Products such as smartphones, tablets, e-cigarettes, headphones, toys and more often are powered by the technology, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The City of Roswell is promoting Fire Prevention Week from Oct. 5 to 11, focusing on the safe use of lithium-ion batteries in ...

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Fire Prevention Week began on Monday and officials across Jonesboro are highlighting a danger that most people carry in their pockets every day: lithium-ion batteries. As of ...

MIAMI (WSVN) - It’s Fire Prevention Month and City of Miami Fire Rescue members are shedding light on lithium-ion battery safety. These batteries can be found in almost everything from our phones, to ...

CHATTANOOGA — The Chattanooga Fire Department is warning residents about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices, from phones to scooters after a rise in home fires involving these ...