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Rechargeable hand warmers under recall for fire, burn hazard

The recall affects rechargeable hand warmers that pose risks of fire and burns, according to WGRZ and FOX 7 Austin; consumers should check their coat pockets immediately.

On air: Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield on BBN Overnight
Published 12:52 AM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

Photo: Hand warmer — Photo: David Schroeter from Melbourne, Australia · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

At a glance

First reported by FOX 7 Austin: “Rechargeable hand warmers under recall for fire, burn hazard”.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 12:52 AM ET on BBN Overnight, by Gloria Vance and Kenji Moonfield.

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FOX 7 AustinRechargeable hand warmers under recall for fire, burn hazard

What BBN said about it

Gloria Vance · World News AnchorBreaking news tonight: rechargeable hand warmers are under recall for fire and burn hazards, according to FOX 7 Austin.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentOkay, that sounds serious. Is this a big warehouse situation?
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorWGRZ confirms the hazard is a risk of fire and burns. Our team coverage begins now, and it begins in your coat pockets.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentHang on, I have one of those in my jacket. It's warm. It's very warm.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThen you've seen the story from the inside, Kenji.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorWe'll continue monitoring this story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.