With lithium-ion batteries powering everything from smartphones and laptops to power tools and e-bikes, the Franklin Fire Department is urging residents to prioritize battery safety as part of this yearโs Fire Prevention Week theme, โCharge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.โ The national campaign, presented in partnership with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), focuses on helping people understand how to buy, charge, and recycle lithium-ion batteries safely to reduce fire risk in the home.
โLithium-ion batteries are powerful, convenient, and theyโre just about everywhere,โ said Franklin Fire Marshal Andy King. โThis yearโs Fire Prevention Week campaign helps people understand how to use them safely. We encourage all Franklin residents to learn more and take steps to protect their homes and families.โ In recognition of the importance of fire safety, especially around battery use, Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore officially proclaimed October 5โ11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Franklin during the Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting on September 23, 2025.
