| m. Clay County Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a residential structure fire on Myers Chapel Road in the Hayesville Fire District.
Clay County Sheriff’s Office arrived first on scene, and a deputy was able to quickly use a fire extinguisher to knock down a fire in one of the bedrooms prior to the arrival of fire crews.
Upon arrival, firefighters made entry and were able to verify the fire was extinguished and had not extended into the walls or attic space.
The cause of the fire is believed to have been a lithium-ion battery that was charging in the room.
Lithium-ion batteries are found in many common household items including phones, power tools, laptops, e-bikes, and rechargeable batteries. When charging these devices:
• Always use the manufacturer’s approved charger
• Avoid charging devices on beds, couches, or other combustible surfaces
• Do not leave batteries charging unattended overnight
• Replace damaged or swollen batteries immediately
• If a battery becomes excessively hot, begins swelling, smoking, or making unusual noises, move away from it and call 911
We would like to thank the Clay County Sheriff's Office for their quick actions and assistance during this incident. |
