Lithium-ion batteries found on scene of Brooklyn fire
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue in Sunset Park.
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The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue in Sunset Park.
The fire broke out around 3:30 a.m. Thursday inside a two-story home on Seventh Avenue.
Officials say they recovered dozens of battery packs and hundreds of individual lithium-ion cells used to alter, create and repair the batteries.
The FDNY held a safety briefing Friday as the concern over the dangers of e-bikes grows in the city. FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh says lithium-ion batteries are the leading cause of fires and fire deaths.
The commissioner is calling for legislation that would require a national safety standard for the batteries.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh traveled to Washington on Thursday to address the pressing issue of unregulated lithium-ion batteries blamed for causing deadly fires in the city. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3Sq4uRO
Gale Brewer said the City Council will consider a bill requiring more inspections and penalties for non-compliance.
Mayor Eric Adams announced plans Tuesday to launch a new lithium-ion battery charging pilot program allowing delivery workers to charge batteries outside. The program includes fast-charging docking stations and battery-swapping networks.
The fire started around 7 p.m. Sunday inside a 10th floor apartment in the Soundview neighborhood.
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FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh has been lamenting the loss of life and serious injuries to New Yorkers at the scenes of some of the city's worst fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. Watch the conversation on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
"There's something they could do today that might save someone tomorrow," Kavanagh said.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh is calling on private industries to do a lot more when it comes to lithium-ion batteries. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3uj8x9g
In the wake of so many e-bike fires, New York City now requires lithium-ion batteries to be UL certified.
The campaign includes a new PSA, as well as tips to educate people on how to properly purchase and safely use lithium-ion battery powered devices.
New York City requires lithium-ion batteries to be certified and labeled as such, but CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas is finding that some people are already trying to skirt that law. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QENm99
The FDNY says fire departments worldwide are experiencing an increase in fires sparked by lithium-ion batteries.
FDNY officials announce a nationwide campaign to address lithium-ion batteries following the latest deadly fire.
The FDNY says fire departments worldwide are experiencing an increase in fire incidents involving lithium-ion batteries. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has the details.
Commissioner Laura Kavanagh issued strong words for retailers who continue to sell uncertified batteries, and food delivery companies whose workers use scooters and e-bikes.
Three people from the same family were killed in the blaze in Crown Heights. CBS New York's Ali Bauman reports.
FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh criticized retailers who continue to sell uncertified batteries, and food delivery companies whose workers use scooters and e-bikes for deliveries. CBS New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
Homeowners in the community off Furrows Road have started a petition to stop a battery storage plant in Holtsville.
A bill proposed by Council Member Oswald Feliz would require delivery apps to provide safe and certified e-bikes to workers who don't have one. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
New legislation proposed by Council Member Oswald Feliz would require delivery apps to provide safe and certified e-bikes to workers who don't have one.
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