Oregon fire officials are urging residents to rethink how they charge everyday devices during Fire Prevention Month. The Oregon State Fire Marshal says lithium-ion battery fires are rising fast, with firefighters responding to 161 battery-related fires this year alone. Officials say damaged batteries or improper charging can spark fires that spread quickly and are hard to extinguish. Safety tips include using manufacturer-approved chargers, keeping devices off beds or couches while charging, unplugging when full, and watching for swelling, smoke, heat, or strange smells.