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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Tara Cobham

Emirates passengers face power bank use ban over fears of fire and explosions

Passengers on flights with Emirates will soon be banned from using phone power banks due to concerns over fires, explosions and toxic gases.

The airline announced this week that the new safety measures will be implemented from 1 October following a safety review - becoming the latest to raise concerns over the popular portable charger devices.

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