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Lealman duplex caught fire due to incompatible lithium-ion battery charger: LFD

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LEALMAN, Fla. — Lealman Fire District (LFD) reported that a duplex caught fire on June 1 after a lithium battery charger was used with an incompatible battery.

LFD said the fire, located at 5211 Haines Road, displaced two families from their homes but resulted in no injuries.

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