Lithium‑ion battery fire risk and safety measures

Timeline

1. 1 day ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   Lithium‑Ion Battery Fires Prompt Global Safety Warnings

   Fires at a New Jersey recycling plant and an Air Busan incident highlight global lithium‑ion battery fire risks, prompting aviation bans and calls for safer disposal.

2. 3 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

   Lithium‑ion battery fires spark warnings in London and Toronto

   Improper disposal of lithium‑ion batteries caused a costly fire at a London waste site and a two‑alarm blaze at a Toronto shelter, prompting safety warnings in both cities.

3. 16 days ago

   [HEALTH] 2 sources

   German agencies warn of fire risk from mis‑sorted lithium batteries

   German environmental agencies urge citizens to keep lithium‑battery devices out of regular waste, citing fire risks and high mis‑sorting rates; specialised collection points should be used.

4. about 1 month ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   German cities warn of fires from improperly discarded lithium‑ion batteries in waste trucks

   Mis‑disposed lithium‑ion batteries sparked fires in waste trucks in Jena‑Lobeda and Moers, prompting German authorities to urge proper recycling of electronic devices.

5. about 2 months ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   Battery Storage Explosion Shakes Östringen Home in Germany

   A PV battery storage exploded in an Östringen home, prompting self‑evacuation, no fire, and an ongoing investigation into the cause and manufacturer.

6. about 2 months ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   Germany highlights battery fire hazards and resource impacts amid storage expansion

   Germany warns that discarded batteries can cause fires in waste trucks and urges proper removal, while ambitious battery storage projects raise concerns over massive mining and environmental impacts.

7. about 2 months ago

   [BUSINESS] 2 sources

   Netherlands waste sector launches campaign to curb battery‑fire risk

   The Dutch waste sector launches a campaign urging citizens to separate batteries from regular trash after studies link nearly 75% of waste‑facility fires to discarded batteries, with 100 million still ending up

8. 2 months ago

   [POLITICS] 2 sources

   Austria faces rising fire risk from mis‑disposed lithium batteries

   Austrian study finds 17 million lithium batteries dumped annually, boosting fire risk in waste trucks; officials urge stricter rules and a deposit system.

9. 2 months ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   Canada sees surge in lithium‑ion battery fires in Calgary and Toronto

   Calgary and Toronto fire chiefs warn of a sharp rise in lithium‑ion battery fires from e‑scooters and e‑bikes, urging proper charging, storage, and recycling to curb the growing public‑safety threat.

10. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    Lithium‑ion battery fires prompt safety alerts in Canadian cities

    Toronto and Vancouver Island fire services warn that lithium‑ion battery fires are rising, urging safe charging, use of certified cells, and proper disposal.

11. 3 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    Mumbai shortens Mahalaxmi skywalk and insurers roll out EV two‑wheeler risk education

    Mumbai cuts a major skywalk and insurers introduce EV two‑wheeler risk education to aid commuters and riders.

12. 3 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources

    Lithium‑Ion Battery Fire Risks Spotlighted in UK Workplaces and US Landfills

    UK sees a 93% rise in lithium‑ion battery fires; US landfill warns of fire risks from improper disposal.

13. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    Bengaluru electric scooter battery explosion kills 65-year-old man

    A 65‑year‑old man died after an Okinawa e‑scooter battery exploded while charging in his Bengaluru home, prompting a police probe.

14. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

    UK fire services see surge in lithium‑ion battery blazes

    UK fire crews tackled 1,760 lithium‑ion battery fires in 2025, with e‑bike incidents surging and electric‑car blazes up 133%.

15. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

    Scooty Lelo releases 2026 scooter maintenance guide for Indian riders

    Scooty Lelo's 2026 guide advises Indian scooter owners on regular service, battery care and seasonal tips to cut costs and extend vehicle life.

16. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    India's electric scooters face battery fire risk and range concerns

    India's e‑scooter users urged to follow safety steps to prevent battery fires and improve range.