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How to avoid a holiday disaster and fireproof your caravan

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On Sunday, a caravan burst into flames in Perth bushland due to issues with a lithium-ion battery.

This fire is one of many incidents caused by lithium-ion batteries, with 110 fires being attributed to these batteries in the last year.

Assistant Commissioner Metropolitan Operations Jon Broomhall told Chrissy Morrissy on 6PR Afternoons, “There are a number of safety things people need to think about with lithium-ion batteries.”

“It’s really important people change them on a hard surface away from any flammable items…and to have a smoke alarm in and around any property where you’re sleeping, so in your house or in your caravan,” Assistant Commissioner Broomhall said.

Press PLAY to find out how to look after lithium-ion batteries

“The best thing to do [if a lithium-ion battery fire erupts] is disconnect it from any power, get it into open air, and douse it with as much water as you possible can,” Assistant Commissioner Broomhall said.

Image: 9News

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