When we think of new portable technology, it’s almost always powered by a lithium battery pack. But these high-tech and high-capacity batteries come with some potential hazards, especially at home. You may have seen pictures of swelling phone cases or read in the news about fires started by lithium batteries, but do you know what causes these incidents? Learn more about the common hazards with these batteries, when it’s time for lithium battery disposal, and where you can dispose of them. [Read more…]
Household Fires and Hazardous Home Products
No one wants to think about a fire in their home but the best way to keep one from happening is to make your home safe and be prepared. Managing the products you have stored away, from cleaning chemicals to old paint, can make a huge difference—not only in preventing fires but avoiding issues with putting out and cleaning up after them. Learn how household fires and hazardous home products can prove a dangerous combo if you’re not properly storing and disposing of this waste. [Read more…]
