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Another devastating e-scooter fire sadly.. please take care and ensure safe charging practices… this is a real issue and we need to be aware of this danger

[7NEWS Melbourne @7NewsMelbourne]

A toddler has been killed, and his father is in a coma after a horrific house fire in Werribee. The little boy was sleeping when an electric scooter exploded just metres away. His father tried in vain to rescue him. @_jordanquinn

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Above information is taken from the link below..

Be sure to open the link below for even more official information by Fire and Rescue NSW

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❌Charging a device or battery with the wrong power output (voltage and current), can cause damage to the battery and overheat it which can cause a fire.
✅Tape over battery terminals before recycling

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❌ If the charger didn't come with the device or battery don't use it. Just because the plug fits, it doesn't mean it's compatible.
✅Only use approved chargers to charge your battery.
✅Only use chargers that show the Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark Tick.

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❌ Don't use and charge batteries that are swelling or bulging, leaking, or overheating. Don't use and charge the device if it is cracked, dented, punctured, or crushed.

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❌ Never use and charge devices at the same time in bed. Devices like phones, tablets and vapes can overheat and catch fire when left on blankets, sheets, and clothing.

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❌Do not charge batteries when sleeping or not at home.

✅Once the device has a full battery, disconnect it from the charger.

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✅Large batteries like the ones used in e-scooters, e-bikes, and power-tools, should only be charged in the garage, shed or carport,
❌Don’t charge them in living spaces and exits.

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✅Charge batteries on hard surfaces that can't catch on fire like concrete floors or tiles.
❌ Don't charge them on surfaces like beds, sofas, or carpet.

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✅Make sure there’s a working smoke alarm or heat alarm in rooms where batteries are charged or stored.

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NSW FIRE & Rescue are attending a lithium battery fire every day..
Do’s ✅ & Dont’s ❌ of lithium-ion battery charging in your home…

[7NEWS Melbourne @7NewsMelbourne]

A toddler has tragically died in a Melbourne house fire, and his father is fighting for life in hospital. Arson specialists are investigating whether an e-scooter battery may have ignited the blaze. @_jordanquinn has the details.

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Taken at a same day emergency smoke alarm job on Sydney’s North Shore https://t.co/uHnurf7IFj

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Amazing views across to Sydney’s CBD from a same day, emergency callout in Waverton this afternoon

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Did you know.. At risk residents in NSW can book a free Fire and Rescue NSW, in home smoke detector check free! If you’re over 65, living alone, have limited mobility, hearing impairments or vision impairments you may be eligible for a free Safety Visit https://t.co/G3kW58U2Td

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This old Smoke Alarm was inspected and found to be non-compliant. It was replaced on the spot with a photoelectric, interlinked, mains connected smoke alarm

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Another warning from Fire and Rescue NSW: An e-bike battery overheated and exploded in a Pyrmont unit, forcing evacuations. An incompatible charger.
Always use the manufacturer's charger and avoid charging overnight.
#residentialsmokealarmelectrician
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Always tape over battery terminals before recycling or disposal 🔥

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Routine smoke alarm maintenance.. we replaced this smoke alarm 8 years ago. The detector was tested and maintained and is on track to last its full 10 year life cycle 👍

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