Don't Be a Statistic: Protect Yourself from Lithium-Ion Battery Fires.

November 10, 2025
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With an estimated 5,000 lithium-ion battery fires every year, proactive safety is non-negotiable. Prevention is always the first step!
Buy smart: Always choose UL or IEC certified batteries—avoid cheap, off-brand options.
Charge safely: Remove batteries from the charger once they are full.
Store properly: Keep batteries in a cool, dry place.
Inspect regularly: Never use a battery that is damaged, swollen, or looks suspicious.
Dispose responsibly: Recycle worn-out batteries—never toss them in the trash.

But what if a fire starts anyway?
Even with perfect care, lithium-ion batteries can fail. When they catch fire, it's intense and fast-spreading. Water alone is often not effective.
This is where a Fire Blanket becomes your essential last line of defense.
A fire blanket can be safely thrown over a smoking or flaming device (like a phone, laptop, or e-bike battery) to: