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More Than 400,000 Solar-Powered Umbrellas Recalled Over Fire Risk

Authorities have recalled more than 400,000 solar umbrellas sold at Costco due to overheating and the risk of fire.

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Issued a recall on Thursday Regarding the 10-foot Sun Villa solar LED market umbrella, consumers have reported that the lithium-ion batteries in the solar panels of the umbrella could overheat and pose a risk of fire and burns.

Umbrellas sold in different colors have LED lights on their arms and a black solar panel battery pack with a cover labeled “YEEZE” or “YEEZE1” at the top. According to the committee, customers should remove this pack and store it away from the sun and combustibles. Consumers should not charge with the AC adapter.

According to the committee, customers have flagged six cases of overheated lithium-ion batteries. Three of these cases included cases where solar panels ignited. Two umbrellas burned. And smoke inhalation injury.

The committee advised consumers to stop using umbrellas immediately, and said owners could return the umbrellas at Costco or contact the company for a refund.

Costco and Sun Villa, the manufacturer of umbrellas, have contacted known buyers, the Commission said. Neither company was able to contact us immediately for comment on Sunday.

Government of Canada We also issued about 33,000 recalls. Of an umbrella. According to this product, it was sold from January 2021 to May 2022. Government of Canada Consumer Recallin the meantime The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said products are available online and in Costco’s warehouses.Sold for $ 130- $ 160 from December 2020 to May 2022.

credit…Via US Consumer Product Safety Commission

Lithium batteries are associated with fires in other products, leading to increased casualties. New York Fire Department said on Facebook.. According to the agency, as of the end of last year, the number of lithium-ion battery fires handled by the ministry increased from 44 in 2020 to 93, and zero to four deaths in 2020 were due to lithium-ion batteries.

In April, these batteries in electric scooters and motorcycles caused four fires within 24 hours, injuring 12 people. Department said..

“If you are using lithium batteries, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging and storage,” the agency said. “Always use the manufacturer’s cord and power adapter made specifically for your device. If the battery overheats, stop using it immediately.”

In Vancouver, Canada, a lithium-ion battery fire was the leading cause of fire deaths in 2022, and it is now reported that five people have died. June 13, officials said..

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