This week is Fire Prevention Week, and local fire departments are putting an emphasis on lithium-ion batteries and the risks they pose.
Fire Prevention Officer with Welland Fire and Emergency Services Michael Atkins says a big part of safety is how they're being used when charging a device.
Atkins says a big issues with lithium-ion batteries is how difficult they are to deal with in the event of a fire.
You can find more fire prevention tips on Welland Fire's social media pages.