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Portable battery catches fire mid-flight, plane diverted
Original: avión
A portable battery pack caught fire during a commercial flight, forcing the aircraft to divert, according to Excélsior, which published video of the incident. Passengers reportedly panicked as flames spread from the device. No details have been released on the airline, route, or injuries. The story is drawing attention in Mexico amid ongoing concerns about lithium battery safety on planes.
Why now: The dramatic video of a battery fire mid-flight and emergency diversion is circulating widely in Mexico.
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