Federal officials say toys with small magnetic balls are dangerous

The toys with strong, magnetic pea-sized magnets were linked to seven deaths between 2017 and 2021.
Local, regional, state and national news, along with the latest breaking news events, updates on road conditions, and the week's weather forecast.

Toys “R” Us Recalls Infant Wiggle Balls Due to Choking Hazard

None that are safe': Pallone says colorful water beads are child killers, so ban them

For Buckyballs Toys, Child Safety Is a Growing Issue - The New York Times

CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using Sunny House's High-Powered Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Ingestion Hazard; Failure to Meet Federal Safety Regulation for Toy Magnet Sets; Sold Exclusively at Temu.com

24 Notoriously Dangerous Toys: From Lawn Darts to Toddler Trikes

Seven deaths linked to small magnets found in toys, U.S. warns

Rare earth magnets are being swallowed by a growing number of children. Why are they so unsafe? - The Washington Post

Magnetic toys can be dangerous, even deadly, regulators say – WSOC TV

Recall alert: Magnetic ball toy can be dangerous if swallowed by children

Consumer Product Safety Commission issues recall, warnings concerning toys with magnetic balls - 6abc Philadelphia

Sunrise on Lower Bay of Sebago Lake in Standish

Consumer Product Safety Commission issues recall, warnings concerning toys with magnetic balls - 6abc Philadelphia