Fire department warns of lithium-ion battery hazards

Lithium-ion batteries are highly flammable, which is what makes throwing them in the trash such a fire hazard. As an example of how explosive lithium-ion batteries can be, the video below shows what can happen when a rechargeable battery overloads. When residents throw away batteries, it can result in damaged trash trucks and collection facilities, and create a health hazard for the community. Howard County residents can dispose of batteries, among other hazardous waste, at the Alpha Ridge Landf