Smoker warning over item TSA has banned from checked luggage – it will only be allowed on plane if ‘watt’ limit followed

SMOKERS are being warned to avoid bringing certain items on planes or face major consequences.

The TSA is reminding flyers not to bring electronic smoking devices in their checked bags, as they pose a significant safety risk.

Any item with lithium batteries, such as e-cigarettes and laptops, must be held in a carry-on bag that isn’t stored under the plane.

To promote the rule, the TSA is promoting its "Vapes on a Plane" campaign, mimicking the "Snakes on a Plane" movie.

“Vapes on a plane,” the TSA posted on Facebook .

“They're only allowed in carry-on bags. The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits these items in checked bags.”

Lithium batteries can catch fire if the terminals short-circuit, which could lead to a horrific explosion.

The rules apply to both domestic and inter