Fire Prevention Week: Haldimand Fire open house to share risk of rechargeables

HALDIMAND—During Fire Prevention Week (October 4-10, 2026), the Haldimand County Fire Department is joining a nationwide campaign to draw attention to the risk of fires caused by lithium ion batteries. The National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) campaign, called Safe Charging Is a Superpower, urges people to be aware of the risks posed by the batteries, which are used in everyday…