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Lithium battery fires on U.S. flights now occur nearly twice a week, according to new FAA data

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FAA data shows lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015 .

One in four passengers admits to packing lithium batteries in their checked bags.

FAA says passengers need to monitor devices during a flight and immediately notifying the crew if a device becomes warm, discolors, or bulges.

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