London, England – A devastating fire caused by a charging second-hand e-bike battery on Renshaw Close in Catford, south east London just days before Christmas has once again highlighted the dangers of improper charging and storage of e-bikes and e-scooters. The incident, which took place on 14 December, resulted in three people being trapped in … 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
Ray, North Dakota – An explosion rocked a tank battery near Ray on Friday, causing alarm in the local community. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The explosion sparked concerns about safety and environmental risks associated with oil and gas infrastructure in the area. The tank battery, located on the … Read more
Ray, North Dakota – A tank battery explosion and fire occurred at a site just north of Ray on Friday morning. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries as a result of the incident. Ray Fire Capt. Kasey Knox stated that they received a dispatch around 10:30 a.m. about an explosion and subsequent fire at a … Read more
Boston, Massachusetts – A man from Boston faces charges of assault and other crimes after allegedly attacking a transgender woman on a train last month. The victim, a 41-year-old woman, reported the incident to transit police, stating that the attack occurred at the Maverick train station on Halloween. During the attack, the suspect, identified as … Read more
Sydney, Australia – A Sydney homeowner narrowly escaped danger on November 6 when an e-bike battery exploded just moments after being discarded outside the residence. The incident, which occurred around 2 am in Sydney’s western region, prompted a swift response from Fire and Rescue New South Wales (FRNSW). Responding firefighters successfully extinguished the fire and … Read more
ATCHISON, Kansas – Law enforcement authorities in Atchison County, Kansas, are actively investigating a suspect involved in a series of infractions following an altercation with the police. On October 31st, just before 1 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance reported in the 100 Block of South 8th Street in Atchison, as confirmed by Police Chief … Read more
El Reno, Oklahoma – The El Reno Fire Department swiftly responded to a frightening oilfield tank battery explosion that occurred late Friday night. The incident took place near the intersection of SW 27th Street and S Airport Road, but thankfully, no injuries have been reported. Oil representatives on the scene directed fire crews to allow … Read more
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Madison County residents find themselves grappling with uncertainty and fear following an explosive incident at a battery recycling plant in Junction City. The aftermath of the explosion has left the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) actively involved in monitoring the situation. Critical Mineral Recovery, the … Read more
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri – A video captured a devastating explosion that tore through a battery processing plant in Missouri. The explosion sent shockwaves through the facility, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The incident forced nearby residents to evacuate as emergency services rushed to the scene to assess the situation. The blast left … Read more