Firefighters say where and when people charge everyday devices can make a difference when it comes to fire safety. AUGUSTA, ...

When fire service leaders from across New England gathered at the Big E fair in West Springfield recently, they came not only ...

Fire officials from several New England states are scheduled to hold a live demonstration at The Big E on Friday to promote lithium battery safety and fire prevention habits.

In a news release, KFR said lithium-ion batteries can explode, overheat and release toxic smoke if they are damaged, overcharged or used with the wrong charger. Lithium battery fires have become ...

A lithium-ion cell can enter thermal runaway, a self-sustaining reaction that rapidly releases heat and energy, said Jon M.

The cause of a fire at Kiki’s Tiki Bar in Waikiki was a lithium-ion battery that experienced thermal runaway in a storage room, according to t Fire Department. HFD has classified the cause ...

Kamloops Fire Rescue is urging people to take care when charging lithium-ion batteries, which can pose a serious fire risk if damaged or charged improperly. KFR’s safety tips come during Fire ...

A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Lisbon was diverted to Lyon after a power bank caught fire mid-air, highlighting lithium ...