Disposable vapes

Three had to be taken to hospital, where some received treatment and are in a stable condition.

The batteries are especially susceptible to catching fire in warmer weather, the council said.

Recent police and council operations took place in Andover, Totton, Aldershot and Farnborough.

The county council says it recorded 387 incidents of shops selling vapes to children between 2022-24.

Disposable vapes are among dangerous items being thrown away in household waste, causing fires.

Trading standards teams warn of the hazards of non-compliant devices containing unknown chemicals.

Single-use vapes are among the main driving forces of the black market, the BBC is told.