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Data11 May 2026 · Circular Online

UK fire services attend a lithium-ion fire every five hours

Freedom of Information data gathered by insurer QBE shows 1,760 battery-linked fires in 2025, or 4.8 a day. That is a 147% rise in three years. 23% of the fires were in commercial premises. London Fire Brigade recorded the most (522), ahead of West Yorkshire (126) and Lancashire (117).

What it means for youAlmost one in four battery fires happens at work. Charging areas belong in your fire risk assessment.

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Data28 Jan 2026 · London Fire Brigade

Record 206 e-bike and e-scooter fires in London in 2025

London Fire Brigade attended 206 e-bike and e-scooter fires in 2025, its highest total yet. That is about one every other day. 171 involved e-bikes. Two people died, bringing the total to five since 2023, and the Brigade is calling for regulation.

What it means for youStaff and residents increasingly bring e-bike batteries indoors. Give them a safe place to charge.

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