Charging your phone on your bed? Firefighters warn of hidden dangers

October 9, 2026

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Charging your phone on your bed? Firefighters warn of hidden dangers

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Climate Change Editor

Residential fires in Trinidad and Tobago have increased by 15 per cent in 2026; firefighters are urging citizens to take a closer look at everyday habits that could put their homes at risk.

Charging your cellphone on your bed might seem harmless, but it is one habit the Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service (TTFS) wants people to stop.

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