The FDNY responded to four fires in a 24 hour span between Wednesday and Thursday. And all those fires had a common culprit, officials said: lithium-ion batteries, specifically in electric scooters/E-Bikes. A total of 12 people were injured as a result of the fires, which took place in Brooklyn and Manhattan. In 2022 so far, there have been more than 40 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, resulting in 20 injuries total, officials said. One of those fires was on East 9th Street in Kensington, Brooklyn. The FDNY created a video sharing safety tips on how to safely charges, store and throw away e-batteries. If using a lithium-ion battery, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging and storage. Always use the manufacturer’s cord and power adapter made specifically for the device. If a battery overheats, discontinue use immediately. See more at https://t.co/NpwdRdlElY pic.twitter.com/YKxx2tKK8N — FDNY (@FDNY) April 22, 2022 (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

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