U.S. airlines ban hoverboards over fire risk

The three largest airlines in the U.S. have now banned "hoverboards" in carry-on and checked luggage, due to fire risk.

The ride-on scooters, which look like sideways skateboards, have been growing in popularity among both kids and adults.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy reports:

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