Officers say reports advised them a fire ignited inside a dryer after something exploded inside of it. Upon further investigation, it was determined that batteries were left inside clothes.

If you’re aware of your device being unusually hot, it might be about to explode. Swelling. Lithium-ion batteries can swell due to a combination of heat and the buildup of gases. By itself ...

You also shouldn’t put rechargeable AA or AAA batteries in the trash. Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries may explode or catch fire if punctured or crushed, which can happen at ordinary waste or ...

If your battery should ever explode or ignite, it's essential to know what to do. The Reddit user's Ryobi battery that went sour is a clear example of the dangers such batteries can pose.