What's Charging in Your Garage Could Become a Fire Hazard
As summer temperatures climb and rechargeable devices become more common, Mercury Insurance shares practical steps to reduce the risk of battery fires in garages and around the home LOS ANGELES, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As garages increasingly double as charging stations for e-bikes, scooters, power tools and backup power systems, Mercury Insurance (NYSE/NYSE TX: MCY) is encouraging homeowners to understand a growing fire risk that many may not realize is sitting just a few feet from their homes. Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices consumers rely on every day, but damaged, improperly charged or improperly stored batteries can overheat and ignite, creating fast-moving fires that are difficult to extinguish.