The theme for Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™), October 4–10, 2026, is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”
The Lee’s Summit Fire Department is partnering with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4–10. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” highlights simple steps everyone can take to charge devices safely. Safe charging means making smart choices every time you plug in.
Many everyday devices—phones, tablets, laptops, tools, toys, e-bikes and scooters—use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which store significant energy in a small space. If damaged or charged improperly, these batteries can overheat, start a fire or even explode.
“How you charge lithium-ion battery devices can make a difference in preventing home fires,” said Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal Jim Eden. “It comes down to using safe habits each time you plug in.”
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