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Electrical fire

Last Updated October 7, 2022

Electricity is indispensable in our daily lives, and a variety of electrical products that use that electricity are being developed.
Although it is such a familiar electrical product, it can be used incorrectly, or depending on the usage environment, it can cause an unexpected fire and take precious life.
The number of electric fires is flat, and the proportion of total fires is on the rise.

Precautions for electric fires

Lithium-ion battery

Electrical equipment fires include fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, which have been rapidly spreading in recent years.
As a spare power supply that can charge smartphones and tablets, etc., the lithium-ion battery is lightweight but high voltage and high power, so it is familiar to everyone, but if handled incorrectly, it may cause burns due to fever. In some cases, it may lead to an accident, so please handle it safely.

(1)Check the recall information to see if the product is not eligible for recall.
(2)Make sure to check the PSE mark when making a new purchase.
(3)Do not apply strong impact or pressure to the product itself, and do not leave it in a high temperature environment.
(4)Do not place flammable materials around you while charging.
(5)Stop using if you feel unusual, such as swelling, hot, or having a strange smell, stop using it.
(6)Be careful of damage to the charging connector and wet water.
(7)Check and follow the carry-in rules to avoid accidents on public transport.
(8)Recycle used mobile batteries for recycling. If you have to dispose of it, separate it from other household garbage.
※The PSE mark is a mark attached to electrical appliances that meet the standards of the Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law, which is stipulated for ensuring the safety of electrical appliances.
Beware of mobile battery accidents! [Consumer Affairs Agency] (PDF:908KB)

Main products that use lithium-ion batteries

Mobile batteries are used in a variety of products.

Image of a product that uses lithium-ion batteries

Fires from recalled products

A fire broke out from a lithium-ion battery for cordless vacuum cleaner.
The product is extremely dangerous because it ignites even in storage conditions.
First of all, click on it to check!
https://www.meti.go.jp/press/2021/10/20211029005/20211029005/20211029005.html (external site)

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For inquiries to this page

Prevention Division, Fire Bureau Prevention Department

Phone: 045-334-6406

Phone: 045-334-6406

Fax: 045-334-6610

Email address: sy-yobo@city.yokohama.jp

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