57th e-bike or e-scooter fire in London in 2023
- A fire broke out at a hotel in Islington, London, due to a lithium battery failure on an e-scooter.
- One man was evacuated and taken to hospital.
- This is the 57th e-bike or e-scooter fire in London in 2023.
- The London Fire Brigade is urging people to store and charge e-bikes and e-scooters safely.
- They recommend storing them in a shed or garage, and if they have to be stored inside, to make sure there is smoke detection fitted and your means of escape is not obstructed.
- They also recommend following the manufacturer's instructions when charging, and to not leave the battery unattended while it is charging.
Here are some additional safety tips from the London Fire Brigade:
- Never block your escape route with anything, including e-bikes and e-scooters.
- Do not attempt to modify or tamper with your battery.
- Check your battery and charger meets UK safety standards.
- Watch out for signs that the battery or charger aren't working as they should.
- Always use the correct charger and buy an official one from a reputable seller.
- Let the battery cool before charging.
- Unplug your charger once it's finished charging.
- Fit alarms where you charge.
By following these safety tips, you can help to prevent fires caused by e-bikes and e-scooters.
Source: LFB (07/05/2023)