USFA updates report on electronic cigarette fires and explosions

U.S. Fire Administration sent this bulletin at 10/16/2017 02:53 PM EDT

Electronic cigarette fires and explosions in the United States 2009 – 2016

News and Announcements | Oct. 16, 2017
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Fires and explosions caused by e-cigarettes are not common, but their consequences can be devastating and life-altering for the victims. The main cause of the fires and explosions is failure of the lithium-ion batteries. Learn how e-cigarettes work, about recent fire and explosion incidents, and why the e-cigarette/lithium-ion battery combination presents a new and unique hazard to users.


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The U.S. Fire Administration recommends everyone should have a comprehensive home fire protection plan that includes smoke alarms, fire sprinklers, and practicing a fire escape plan.

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