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Do you do this? Use your cell phone in bed?

Take a look at these photos, and you may want to rethink doing this.

These photos were posted to social media by the NYPD’s 33rd Precinct in Washington Heights. It shows the aftermath of a cell phone overheating and catching fire in a bed.

It appears that the phone was under someone’s pillow when they were asleep.

It is unknown if anyone was injured, or where exactly this incident occurred.

It’s interesting to note that these photos appear to be similar to a incident that occurred in Texas in 2014.

Regardless, this warning is still important.

It’s not super common, but it turns out that covering a phone with fabric from, say, your pillow and sheets could cause it to overheat, potentially leading it to explode or set your bedding on fire.

Samsung’s battery warning states:

“Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. Some websites and second-hand dealers not associated with reputable manufacturers and carriers, might be selling incompatible or even counterfeit batteries and chargers. Consumers should purchase manufacturer or carrier-recommended products and accessories. If unsure about whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible, contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger.”

A warning can also be found inside the phone’s manual which states covering the device with bedding or other material could restrict airflow and cause a fire:

“Covering the device with bedding, your body, thick clothing or any other materials that significantly affect air flow may affect the performance of the phone and poses a possible risk of fire or explosion, which could lead to serious bodily injuries or damage to property.”

(Chaim Shapiro – YWN)