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Coverage dated October 7, 2026

Rhode Island fire officials warn of rising lithium-ion battery fire risks

Headline from WPRI Providence

The Rhode Island Office of the State Fire Marshal gathered first responders and community members in Warwick Wednesday morning for a National Fire Prevention Week seminar on the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.

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  1. WDIO Duluth

    Fire officials urge safe charging as lithium-ion battery fires rise (opens WDIO Duluth)

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    WDIO Duluth's feed description

    Experts are warning about the rising risk of lithium-ion battery fires as National Fire Prevention Week highlights safe charging practices for the second year in a row.

  2. WPRI Providence

    Rhode Island fire officials warn of rising lithium-ion battery fire risks (opens WPRI Providence)

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    WPRI Providence's feed description

    The Rhode Island Office of the State Fire Marshal gathered first responders and community members in Warwick Wednesday morning for a National Fire Prevention Week seminar on the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.

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