Rising Battery Fires Spark Urgent Call for Improved Recycling
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Rechargeable batteries in everyday devices like phones and electric razors pose a fire hazard if not disposed of properly, as demonstrated by Montgomery County officials on "America Recycles Day." Improper disposal can lead to fires in trash trucks and landfills, with Maryland reporting 56 lithium-ion battery-related fires this year. Officials urge consumers to bring devices with batteries to designated disposal sites to prevent accidents.
Topics:business#environmental-safety#fire-hazard#montgomery-county#proper-disposal#rechargeable-batteries#safety
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