We know that government officials aren’t busy reviewing social media posts of visa applicants, so maybe the feds can focus more resources on getting to the bottom of this threat:
Feds open investigation into hoverboards https://t.co/hUf9MAff6d pic.twitter.com/Z524tJrQHc
— The Hill (@thehill) December 14, 2015
Really? Yes really:
The federal government has launched an investigation into one of the year’s hottest holiday toys after receiving multiple reports of it catching fire and causing injury.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to beware of hoverboards. The agency said it’s received 10 reports of hoverboards catching fire from consumers in nine states and 29 reports of people having been treated at an emergency room after falling off the self-balancing, two-wheel, motorized board.
The CPSC said there have been 29 emergency room visits due to injuries related to toy. Plus, the feds might be concerned that the hoverboard fires could contribute to climate change.
Take THAT, small government types! https://t.co/WKreMwgAn6
— Mattphilbin (@Mattphilbin) December 14, 2015
Look for flame-engulfed screaming nouveau riche streaking by on their new #Hoverboards this holiday season! #good https://t.co/P1YqDSVroE
— Greg Lewin (@LuftmenschRants) December 14, 2015
Things that make you want to throw Jarts at peoplehttps://t.co/fy2Nrl2jZM
— David Burge (@iowahawkblog) December 14, 2015
@thehill Priorities are in order I see….
— GOLFING & TWEETING SECRET SQUIRREL (@SecritSqrl) December 14, 2015
GP Because hoverboards are the most important thing on government's agenda right now. https://t.co/4ULS3MxdPV
— The Gormogons (@Gormogons) December 14, 2015
It’s not like there’s anything else to worry about.
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