Amazon recalls 2.6 lakh power banks in US over fire risk
E-commerce giant Amazon has recalled 2.6 lakh AmazonBasics portable power banks in the US citing that its battery can overheat and ignite to pose fire and burn hazards. Amazon had received 53 reports of overheating in the country, including one report of chemical burns due to contact with battery acid. Amazon is also offering a refund to the affected customers.