Lithium ion batteries are rechargeable batteries that pack enough energy to power small electric vehicles. Toronto Fire is on a safety spree after the number of lithium ion battery fires jumped 75 per cent this year from last year. Toronto Deputy Fire Chief Larry Cocco says there are concerns about battery misuse with e-bikes and e-scooters that are leading to fires. Follow instructions, experts sayThe Office of the Fire Marshall has also noticed an increase in lithium ion battery fires provincewide. In others, they're charging their batteries for too long so they end up overheating, or they're using a damaged battery.

Source: CBC News October 29, 2023 15:12 UTC