Event Brief
Hoverboard Fire in South Knoxville Raises Safety Concerns
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET
Summary: Firefighters warn of lithium-ion battery risks after hoverboard ignites in apartment.
WHO: Knoxville Fire Department
WHAT: Hoverboard caught fire
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 8:28 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To raise awareness about lithium-ion battery dangers
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