Explosion triggered by lithium-ion batteries blows out garage door

Fire officials tell us the family was charging a battery pack of aftermarket lithium-ion batteries. They caught fire, and the ...
ABC7 San Francisco

7 on Your Side: Bay Area researchers find ways to stop lithium batteries from exploding

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 ...
SlashGear

After This 40V Ryobi Battery Exploded, Check That You're Storing Yours Right

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Much like most of the other major power tool brands out there, Ryobi has gone all-in on battery power. The bulk of the line's appliances are ...
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Wireless power banks recalled after “exploding” while charging

(WHTM)– More than 8,000 iStore Magnetic Wireless Power Banks are being recalled after reports of them overheating and exploding while they were charging, according to the Consumer Product Safety ...
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There’s been an explosion in lithium ion batteries – and that’s precisely the problem for insurers

Lithium ion batteries are everywhere these days but they're a major fire risk. That has insurers warning premiums will need ...
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Power Tool Batteries & Salt Water Don't Mix, They Explode - Florida Warns Residents As Hurricane Season Continues

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 ...