Cell Phone Explodes in Technician's Hands in Goiás

A cell phone exploded in the hands of a technician in Uruaçu, Goiás, Brazil, on June 5, 2025. Security camera footage shows the phone catching fire during a routine maintenance check. The technician, Henrique Eder, 33, sustained no serious injuries. Shop owner Fabiano Pires, 40, explained that the phone's battery was swollen before the incident. "The swelling makes the battery, which has flammable components, very sensitive," Pires said. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of using damaged lithium-ion batteries. The quick actions of the technician and shop owner prevented a more serious outcome. The video concludes with the damaged phone being safely removed from the premises.