fails or a charging cable shorts out, fabric can catch fire quickly — especially while you’re asleep and unaware.
Why Overnight Charging Can Be Risky
While modern smartphones are designed with safety protections, no device is completely immune to:
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Damaged charging cables
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Cheap or counterfeit chargers
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Worn-out batteries
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Power surges
Firefighters often report that many house fires linked to electronics start in bedrooms at night, when devices are left charging on beds or pressed against flammable materials.
Sleeping with your phone under your pillow is especially risky because:
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Heat cannot escape
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Fabric traps and intensifies warmth
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You may not notice a problem until it’s too late
Other Risky Places to Charge Your Phone
Fire safety professionals also caution against charging your phone:
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On a couch or recliner
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On top of papers or clothing
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Near curtains
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On a car seat
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In direct sunlight
Any soft or heat-trapping surface increases the chance of
