SAN LEANDRO, Calif. (KGO) -- For months 7 on Your Side has been reporting on the dangers of lithium batteries. They've exploded without warning in some hoverboards, smartphones, laptops and ...

One of the biggest cleanup challenges from the Southern California fires is lithium-ion batteries, which can explode after damage or exposure to heat. The batteries are found in electric vehicles, ...

An exploding lithium-ion battery in an illegal e-bike repair shop in the basement of a home in Queens sparked a huge fire that tore through the single-family house, FDNY officials said Tuesday.

Lithium ion batteries are all around you because they're lightweight, powerful, and rechargeable. However, when damaged, overcharged, or improperly stored, they can overheat, catch fire, or even ...

A 76-year-old grandmother was killed when an e-bike battery exploded like a “blowtorch” inside a Queens pizzeria on the Fourth of July – trapping her as she tried to leave the bathroom, the FDNY said.

This incident is a stark reminder of how dangerous lithium-ion battery fires can be, especially when combined with other volatile elements like CNG cylinders. The thermal runaway effect in lithium-ion ...

Handle swollen, leaking, or punctured batteries with extreme caution. Experts recommend wearing protective gear, storing the ...

We've become increasingly reliant on lithium-ion batteries. In their various shapes and sizes, they can power everything from smartphones to EVs and have proven invaluable for their capacity to charge ...

The article on lithium battery legislation is valuable but was misleading when it inferred that lithium battery explosions are a principally a problem at “recycling and waste facilities [where ...

Lithium batteries are among the most common batteries in the world. They mostly power your smartphones, laptops and tablets, along with hybrid and electric cars. But recently, they’ve also made ...