Video shows massive explosion at battery recycling plant in Missouri. No reports of injuries. | USA TODAY

4.7K views · 55 reactions | We're being warned to be cautious when handling lithium-ion batteries after an explosion in Wollongong. A worker at a site was disposing of battery chip components when it exploded. The blast created a corrosive vapour leaving the man with second-degree burns to his face and chest. He was taken to the hospital, luckily no one else was injured. 7NEWS at 6pm. More local news: 7news.com.au/news/sydney #Wollongong #7NEWS | 7NEWS Sydney | Facebook

An expert talks about how to prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Here's what you need to know. | 12News

Cell phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, tools — Lithium-ion batteries power much of our daily lives. But when used or charged improperly, they present a significant fire risk in your home. Watch this video, narrated by SDFD Battalion Chief and Hazardous Materials expert Robert Rezende, and remember these three guidelines to keep your household safe and prevent battery-related fires and explosions: 🔋BUY only listed products (look for a safety certification mark) ⚡CHARGE safely (use the right co