"Fire officials said the discovery of lithium-ion batteries inside the apartment complicated both the firefight and the investigation into what sparked the blaze. The FDNY has been sounding the alarm for months over the fire risks posed by lithium-ion batteries, especially when they are damaged, modified or stored improperly."
"In a safety bulletin, the department warns that these batteries can ignite suddenly and fuel fast-moving, highly destructive fires. In public messaging, FDNY has cautioned that 'one battery can cause a 5-alarm fire' and urges New Yorkers to buy only certified batteries and steer clear of makeshift repairs."
"Investigators told News 12 that so far this year, 75 fires across the city have been linked to lithium batteries, and three people have died as a result. Those numbers are significantly higher than la"
A fire broke out on the fifth floor of NYCHA Mill Brook Houses in the South Bronx on Sunday afternoon, forcing over 100 firefighters to respond and evacuating residents. Firefighters discovered three e-bikes and a motorcycle with lithium-ion batteries in the hallway, complicating both firefighting efforts and the investigation. The FDNY has been warning the public for months about lithium-ion battery fire risks, particularly when batteries are damaged, modified, or improperly stored. Officials note that a single battery can cause a five-alarm fire. This incident reflects a citywide trend, with 75 lithium battery-related fires reported this year and three deaths attributed to such fires.
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