September 15, 2026 — A recent incident report details a house fire where an Anker brand lithium battery power bank was identified as the source of a bedroom fire. Quick action by the homeowner prevented further damage, though fire crews were still required to extinguish remaining flames.
Product Details
Product: Anker A1384H11-1
Incident Overview
On August 25, 2026, Gilbert Fire and Rescue responded to a reported house fire where flames were reported to be in the bedroom. Prior to the fire crew’s arrival, the homeowner was able to identify that an Anker Brand lithium battery power bank was on fire, place this item into a bowl, and remove it from the residence. Crews arrived and put the remaining fire out in the bedroom where the battery bank had been before it was removed.
Safety Concerns
This incident highlights critical safety concerns associated with lithium-ion battery power banks, such as the Anker A1384H11-1:
- Immediate Dangers: Lithium-ion batteries, when they malfunction (e.g., due to overheating, internal short circuits, or physical damage), can experience thermal runaway. This can lead to rapid ignition, intense flames, and the release of toxic gases. The immediate danger includes direct burns, smoke inhalation, and rapid spread of fire to nearby combustible materials like bedding, curtains, and furniture.
- Long-term Risks: Beyond immediate fire damage, the smoke and soot produced by such fires can cause extensive property damage requiring professional remediation. Smoke residue can permeate porous materials, creating lingering odors and potential respiratory irritants. Structural integrity of the home may also be compromised depending on the fire’s intensity and duration.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone in the vicinity of a burning power bank is at risk. This includes residents, pets, and emergency responders. Children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory conditions are particularly vulnerable to smoke inhalation.
- Property Damage Potential: As evidenced by the need for fire crews to extinguish remaining flames, even after the source was removed, these devices can ignite surrounding materials quickly. A power bank fire can lead to significant damage to personal belongings, furniture, and the structural components of a home, resulting in substantial financial loss and displacement.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers are advised to take the following precautions regarding lithium-ion power banks and similar charging devices:
- Immediate Steps During a Fire: If a power bank or any electronic device begins to smoke, swell, or ignite, evacuate the area immediately. If safe to do so and the fire is small, you may attempt to smother it with a heavy blanket or use a Class D fire extinguisher (for metal fires) or a Class B/C extinguisher (for electrical fires). However, the primary focus should always be on personal safety and immediate evacuation. Once evacuated, call emergency services (911 in the U.S.) immediately.
- Check Your Product: If you own an Anker A1384H11-1 power bank or any similar Anker product, regularly inspect it for signs of damage, swelling, overheating, or unusual odors. If you notice any of these signs, discontinue use immediately and do not attempt to charge or discharge the device.
- Prevention Measures:
- Always use the charging cable and adapter specifically designed for your power bank, or reputable, certified replacements.
- Avoid charging power banks unattended, especially overnight or when you are not home.
- Charge power banks on non-flammable surfaces, away from bedding, curtains, or other combustible materials.
- Do not leave power banks in direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
- Avoid overcharging; disconnect the device once it’s fully charged.
- Do not use power banks that appear physically damaged, swollen, or unusually hot to the touch.
- When disposing of lithium-ion batteries, do so through designated battery recycling programs, not in regular household trash.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience an incident involving a product, report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and can prevent future incidents.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.