Question 2014 Android phone in storage unit and slighty puffed battery

[Justus80]

Hey Folks.

I am currently living overseas and I put my stuff in my parents' storage unit in the US. The stoarge unit is in the basement of their condo. Heat is running in the basement to prevent mold and mildew growing. I have a 2014 Motorolla Android phone I kept with a slightly puffed battery in the case. The battery is dead, can't charge, and is in a rubbermaid bin with other electronics. I forgot about this phone recently and the more I read about smart phone batteries puffing and exploding I am worried. I can't ask my parents to help because they are old.

Is a slightly puffy battery nothing to worry about? Or should I get someone to dispose of it?

 

[Mooncatt]

If possible, you should have it disposed of because yes there is a risk of things going bad. At the very least, transfer it to a metal container filled with sand. At least that way if it does ignite, the damage will be contained and not spread.

 

[Justus80]

The problem is that I am nowhere near the storage unit, and the phone is a 2014 Motorolla Turbo.

 

[Mooncatt]

You asked if you should get someone to dispose of it, and my answer should have been self explanatory as yes.

 

[SeeBeeEss]

@Mooncatt provided you with the correct answer. If you need his answer confirmed, read this article from Android Authority HERE. You would be well advised to have someone you trust remove the device from your parents' storage unit.