Chicago Fire Department warns of spike in fires caused by lithium batteries
Lithium-ion batteries can erupt in violent explosions and out-of-control fires, and toxic chemicals can be released rapidly.
CFD, safety experts warn of fire danger from lithium-ion batteries
Lithium-ion batteries can erupt in violent explosions and out-of-control fires, and toxic chemicals can be released rapidly. Charlie De Mar reports.
Chicago Fire Department issues warning about lithium batteries
These batteries are everywhere – cell phones, laptops, scooters, bikes, power tools and vaping devices. Increasingly, they’re causing fires.
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The batteries appear to be victims of a catastrophic malfunction that can lead to overheating and even explosions.
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"The people that buy those batteries are aware of that they are cheaper batteries, but they still take the risk.”
Chicago fire officials sound alarm on surge of lithium battery fires
The Chicago Fire Department is raising awareness about the increasing number of fires caused by faulty lithium batteries in the city.
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