Pilot reports possible burn injuries after passenger's laptop catches fire on American Airlines flight

TL;DR

A laptop caught fire on American Airlines Flight 2398, originating from Atlanta.
The pilot reported that four to five passengers may have suffered burns from the laptop fire.
The flight landed safely at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, and one passenger was treated and released.
The FAA notes that lithium batteries can pose fire risks on flights due to thermal runaway.
There have been at least 56 reported lithium battery incidents on flights this year.

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