Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal warns about ‘Chromebook Challenge' causing fires, smoke
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — The Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) said that there is a 'concerning' new
Officials said that students have been putting electrically conductive items into electronic devices' charging ports in what is called the 'Chromebook Challenge.'
'This reckless behavior has been linked to several incidents resulting in fires, smoke, and property damage,' OSFM said in a news release.
OSFM said that this 'challenge' started being documented on May 5. In some cases, there have been emergency evacuations at schools across Maryland.
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'We want to emphasize the importance of educating students about the dangers associated with these acts,' Acting State Fire Marshal Jason Mowbray said in the release. 'It is crucial that parents and educators work together to promote a culture of safety and responsibility regarding electronic devices.'
OSFM encourages parents to discuss the dangers of such acts with their children.
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