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Tulsa, OK – A fire sparked by a damaged lithium-ion battery caused significant damage to a Tulsa home in May. The blaze, which broke out while the homeowners were away, resulted in two dogs and a cat escaping unharmed through a dog door.
According to the Tulsa Fire Department, incidents involving lithium-ion batteries are on the rise nationwide. They urge the public to handle these batteries with care and ensure proper disposal to prevent similar hazards. The department recommends recycling lithium-ion batteries at designated facilities to minimize fire risks.
For more information on battery recycling, visit the Household Pollutant Collection Facility at 4502 S. Galveston or go to metrecycling.com.
