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Improper battery disposal sparks fire in Jacksonville trash truck

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JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) -- Improperly disposed lithium batteries can cause fires in landfills and trash trucks, posing a risk to employees, equipment, and the community. On April 24, a Jacksonville City trash truck caught on fire after improperly disposed lithium batteries. Lithium batteries can be dangerous when placed in a household trash or recycling cart. [...]

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Improper battery disposal sparks fire in Jacksonville trash truck

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) -- Improperly disposed lithium batteries can cause fires in landfills and trash trucks, posing a risk to employees, equipment, and the community. On April 24, a Jacksonville City trash truck caught on fire after improperly disposed lithium batteries. Lithium batteries can be dangerous when placed in a household trash or recycling cart. [...]

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WNCT broke the news on Monday, April 27, 2026.
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