Viral TikTok Chromebook challenge ‘sparks’ warnings
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TikTok is full of entertaining cat videos, humorous dances, and yes, even challenges -- the famed ice-bucket challenge has returned and is promoting mental-health support. But now a dangerous TikTok challenge is spreading through the short-form video app and through schools across the US.
A viral TikTok trend is raising alarms in Green Country, as students are seen damaging school-issued Chromebooks in what’s being called the "Chromebook Challenge." Firefighters say the prank could lead to serious safety risks — not just for the students involved,
Parents need to check their kids’ phones and talk to them about the real-life consequences of these challenges,” he said. “The attention they get online lasts seconds, but the consequences could last a lifetime.
A viral TikTok trend has resulted in fried Chromebooks and school evacuations across the country this week. It could cost parents.
Dangerous social media craze encourages kids to set their laptops on fire — causing chaos in schools
TikTok’s latest viral challenge has kids setting Chromebooks ablaze, sparking school evacuations and prompting urgent warnings from fire officials.