A viral TikTok trend is raising alarms in Green Country, as students are seen damaging school-issued Chromebooks in what’s being called the "Chromebook Challenge." Firefighters say the prank could lead to serious safety risks — not just for the students involved,

The 13-year-old is accused by the school district of damaging the laptop as part of the “Chromebook Challenge,” a TikTok trend in which students intentionally jam lead or metal objects into the ports of a Chromebook, causing it to short-circuit and, in some instances, cause sparks, smoke and fire.

A viral TikTok trend has resulted in fried Chromebooks and school evacuations across the country this week. It could cost parents.