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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