Hoverboard catches fire inside Georgia home

According to the Augusta Fire Department, a fire that started on Christmas Day inside in Augusta, Ga. home was caused by a hoverboard that ignited .

Although no one in the home was injured by the fire, Augusta Fire Chief Chris James says, “If you purchased a hoverboard, it is important to take extra precautions to insure the safety of your family ad property.”

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