Portland, Oregon – An incident at the Portland State University engineering building caused a stir Tuesday morning when several batteries reportedly exploded, prompting responses from Portland Fire and Rescue. The lithium ion batteries were said to be “exploding” and on fire on the fourth floor of the PSU building in downtown Portland. Upon receiving the … Read more
German construction company Viebrockhaus has taken precautionary measures after a recent incident in Schönberg, where a home equipped with a solar-plus-storage system experienced an explosion that caused significant damage to the property. Following the explosion, the builder, in collaboration with battery maker LG, has decided to put some units into standby mode and reduce the … Read more
Los Angeles, California – Lithium-ion batteries, commonly found in everyday devices like power tools, scooters, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems, pose a potential explosion hazard due to thermal runaway effluent gases (TREG). These gases, composed mainly of hydrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and methane, can accumulate in enclosed spaces and lead to dangerous explosions. … Read more
In New York City, the dangers of lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes are becoming increasingly evident. With 733 fires sparked by these batteries since 2019, resulting in 29 fatalities and 442 injuries, the risks associated with these energy-dense power sources are a growing concern. Researchers have now turned to AI technology to predict when a lithium-ion … Read more
San Pedro, California – A dramatic scene unfolded near the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro as a truck carrying lithium-ion batteries crashed, resulting in a powerful explosion that tore apart a cargo container that had fallen on its side. Despite the intensity of the crash and subsequent blast, no injuries were reported, providing a … Read more
Miami, Florida – Firefighters in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood responded to a blaze at the popular bike shop, Suarez Bike Shop, following reports of a loud explosion. The City of Miami Fire Rescue and Miami Police units arrived at the scene on Flagler Street and Southwest Ninth Avenue shortly after 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Witnesses … Read more
MELBOURNE, Australia – A team of researchers from RMIT University in Australia has introduced a new innovation in energy storage called ‘water batteries.’ These batteries are designed to offer a safer alternative to traditional lithium-ion energy storage systems. By using water instead of organic electrolytes, the team aims to eliminate the risk of fires or … Read more