Exploding lithium-ion batteries are blamed for fires in area junkyards and drop in port traffic

Scrap metal, one of the Philadelphia area’s biggest shipping products, has been piling up in area scrapyards since June 4 ...

After this 40V Ryobi battery exploded, check that you're storing yours right

Unfortunately, there are rare occasions when batteries can surprise you by catching fire, or exploding. Minimize the risk ...

Electronic cannabis vapes sold nationwide recalled after reports of battery explosion

Federal safety officials are urging consumers to stop using the devices immediately after four reports of batteries catching fire or exploding.

Video: CAA warns against putting lithium batteries in checked luggage

Shocking footage of a battery exploding shows the dangers of packing devices such as vapes, mobile phones, and power banks ...
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Investigation: Electronic devices exploding at higher rates due to lithium

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Lithium-ion battery fires are occurring at a higher rate across the US, according to a federal government study, showing an increase by 10-percent, year-over-year, for the ...
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VIDEO: Electric wheelchair explodes into flames due to lithium-ion battery at Florida home

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — A Florida woman saved her home from a fire after video shows a wheelchair she bought burst into flames due to its lithium-ion battery. Hollywood Fire Rescue and Beach Safety said the ...