Fires involving lithium batteries are one of the fastest growing fire risks in Surrey. Since the start of 2023 Surrey Fire and Rescue Service have attended over 30 fires caused by lithium batteries.
Do not place lithium batteries in your regular bin or recycling bin as they could become damaged and cause a fire. A fire in a bin or recycling lorry is extremely difficult to extinguish and can cause significant damage.
E-bikes and e-scooters are a great way to get around quickly and cheaply, but if the batteries become damaged, begin to fail or are over-charged, they can start very fierce fires. If the batteries fail, they can cause rapidly developing fires of a much higher intensity than normal due to the large amount of energy they store and the flammable gases produced when they fail.
Check our webpage for information on how to safely dispose of lithium batteries in your area.
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