N.B. firefighters are sharing tips this Fire Prevention Week to reduce the risk of fire among the abundance of lithium batteries that commonly lie around a households.
Using the wrong charger or storing them in the wrong spot can increase the risk of fire
Katelin Belliveau · CBC News
· Posted: Oct 10, 2026 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago
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Fire Prevention Week this year focuses on lithium batteries, which are found in nearly every modern cellphone and tablet. (Daniel Krason/Shutterstock)
The small but mighty lithium batteries that run e-scooters, tablets and most cellphones may be convenient but they can also cause destructive fires.
That’s the message firefighters want New Brunswickers to understand, as they warn of the dangers that come with the ion-powered batteries found in devices commonly left charging in people’s homes. All but the oldest of cellphones are powered by lithium batteries.
Lithium batteries and how to safely charge devices are at the centre of this year’s Fire Prevention Week.
Here’s what you need to understand about the power source, and what experts in Saint John and Fredericton say is best practice to protect yourself and your home.
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