Owners of lithium-ion battery packs are being urged to be mindful of where they are stored, especially if pets or small children are in the home. Homeowners in Tulsa, Oklahoma learned this lesson the hard way when their dog chewed on a battery pack, causing sparks to shoot out onto cushions that had been laid on the floor, quickly starting a blaze. The dramatic event was captured on video via an indoor camera, capturing the moment that surprised the two dogs and one cat present.
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Thankfully, all animals escaped via a dog door, and according to local media, the family was evacuated safely.
