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Fire Prevention Week 2025: Stay Safe with Lithium-Ion Batteries

10/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

Fire Prevention Week 2025 runs Oct. 5-11, highlighting lithium-ion battery safety under the theme "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home".
Fire departments in Campbell River, Hamilton, Saskatoon, and St. Catharines promote safe buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries, with community education events.
Residents should look for safety certification marks and charge batteries on surfaces away from flammable materials.

History

Historical Context

Fire Prevention Week, established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in 1925, commemorates the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. In 2014, the NFPA emphasized lithium-ion battery safety due to rising fire incidents, with around 1,200 injuries and 500 deaths linked to electrical failures that year. This ongoing focus aims to enhance safety standards and community education to mitigate fire risks.

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Story summary

Fire Prevention Week 2025 runs Oct. 5-11, highlighting lithium-ion battery safety under the theme "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home".
Fire departments in Campbell River, Hamilton, Saskatoon, and St. Catharines promote safe buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries, with community education events.
Residents should look for safety certification marks and charge batteries on surfaces away from flammable materials.

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