Lithium battery fires are now the fastest growing risk

Lithium battery fires are now the fastest growing risk in parts of the country. Are businesses up to speed on how to safely use, store and dispose of these batteries?They power our modern world but come with high fire risks. More and more incidents are reported each year and concerns are being raised around their safety at a similar rate.

Lithium-ion batteries have become indispensable to modern technology, powering everything from mobile phones and laptops to electric vehicles. Despite their efficiency and widespread use, these batteries pose significant risks, particularly fire hazards.

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