30-05-2019 19:32 via pittsburgh.cbslocal.com

Target Issues Recall For 90,000 USB Charging Cables Due To Potential Fire Hazard

PITTSBURGH (CBS) — Target has issued a recall for 90,000 lightning USB charging cables because they may be fire hazards.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the metal around the cord can become electrically charged if it makes contact with the prongs on a wall charging block while charging.
(Source: Consumer Product Safety Commission/Target)
Target received 14 reports of cables smoking, sparking or igniting, the CPSC says. Two people suffered finger burns.
The product was sold at T
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