A routine shopping trip turned into a scene of panic when a woman’s mobile phone suddenly burst into flames in her back pocket, leaving her with severe burns as stunned shoppers rushed to help.

The terrifying incident unfolded in Anápolis, Brazil, where CCTV cameras captured the moment a Motorola Moto E32 ignited without warning while the woman browsed inside a supermarket.

Footage shows her abruptly reacting in shock as flames begin to spread through her jeans, before she frantically tries to pull the burning device from her pocket.

Within seconds, the situation escalates as the fire intensifies, engulfing part of her clothing while she struggles to remove the phone.

Her husband and nearby shoppers are seen rushing to her aid, desperately trying to extinguish the flames as she writhes in pain.

According to reports cited by the New York Post, the woman suffered second- and third-degree burns to her hand, forearm, back and buttocks in the incident, which occurred on February 8, 2025.

She was later taken to hospital for treatment following the ordeal.

The shocking footage has reignited concerns over lithium-ion battery safety, with many pointing out how quickly such devices can become dangerous if they malfunction or overheat.

While incidents of phones catching fire remain rare, experts warn that damaged batteries, overheating or manufacturing defects can lead to sudden ignition.