Fire departments across the area are celebrating fire prevention week with a focus on lithium batteries. Mason City Fire Chief Eric Bullinger says there are hazards even when it comes to disposal of the batteries. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/10/Lith-1.wav

In Mason City, the fire department has a means for residents to dispose of used and unchargeable batteries. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/10/Lith-2.wav

There are batteries which are large in size that also become unusable. Bullinger suggested letting his department help there too. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/10/Lith-3.wav

Residents in other communities should contact their city hall for potential drop off locations.

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