Washington – U.S. Bans e-Cigarettes From Checked Baggage Over Fire Risks

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    REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni/File PhotoWashington – The U.S. Transportation Department said Wednesday it is banning passengers and crew members from carrying e-cigarettes in checked baggage or charging the devices onboard aircraft.

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    Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx cited a number of recent incidents that show the devices can catch fire during transport. Passengers may continue to carry e-cigarettes for personal use in carry-on baggage or on their person, but may not use them on flights, Foxx said.‎


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