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E-Bike Battery Ignites Brooklyn Fire
Reporting from the New York Daily News reveals a fire that broke out in Brooklyn on June 27, 2024 was due to an e-bike battery. The fire...
Tim Spears
Jul 1, 20243 min read
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Hawaii Increasing Penalties for Fire Code Violations
In reporting from Brian Perry with MauiNow.com, in the aftermath of the devastating Maui wildfires in August 2023, the Hawaii State...
Tim Spears
Jun 28, 20243 min read
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Weekly Review: Lithium-Ion Battery Fires and Their Impact on Community Safety
Over the past week, there have been several incidents involving lithium-ion battery fires, highlighting the urgent need for heightened...
Tim Spears
Jun 14, 20244 min read
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Fire Sprinkler System Saves Pinnacle Care Facility: A Case Study in Community Risk Reduction
On June 5, 2024, a fire broke out at the Pinnacle Care facility located at 675 Wagner Drive, Battle Creek. The fire, caused by an...
Tim Spears
Jun 12, 20243 min read
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Weekly Report: The Rising Threat of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires and Their Impact on Community Risk Reduction
This week a series of alarming incidents involving lithium-ion battery fires have occurred globally. These events underscore the...
Tim Spears
Jun 8, 20246 min read
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Redwood City Fire: Reinforcing Fire Safety Protocols and Community Risk Reduction in Construction
On June 4, 2024, a massive fire erupted at an affordable housing project under construction in Redwood City, California, leading to the...
Tim Spears
Jun 6, 20243 min read
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Fire Safety Challenges and Community Risk Reduction in Developing Countries
India has recently witnessed a series of devastating fire incidents that have highlighted significant shortcomings in fire safety...
Tim Spears
Jun 5, 20244 min read
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Fire Safety in Amusement Parks: Lessons from the Tragic Fire in Rajkot, India
A Tragic Incident: Summary of the Fire at an Indian Amusement Park Reporting the AP News reveals on May 25, 2024, a devastating fire...
Tim Spears
May 27, 20243 min read
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New York Senate Takes Steps to Enhance Safety Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries have revolutionized the way we power our devices, from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, their rise in...
Tim Spears
May 24, 20243 min read
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Home Depot Fire and the Role of Inspections in Community Risk Reduction
In April 2022, a devastating five-alarm fire broke out at a Home Depot store in San Jose, California. The fire, which was determined to...
Tim Spears
May 22, 20243 min read
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Preventing Construction Brush Fires: Lessons from Recent Scottsdale Incidents
As the wildfire season intensifies, construction crews in the Phoenix area are being urged to exercise extreme caution to prevent brush...
Tim Spears
May 16, 20243 min read
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Lithium-Ion Battery Fire at High-Rise Construction Site in Queens
In Queens, New York, a fire broke out on the 66th floor of a high-rise under construction. The culprit? Power tools powered by...
Tim Spears
May 9, 20243 min read
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Fire Safety Spotlight: Lessons from the Columbus Lithium-Ion Battery Fire
Early one morning in Columbus, Ohio, a semi-truck loaded with lithium-ion batteries became the center of a hazardous materials incident....
Tim Spears
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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Why Historic Buildings are Highly Vulnerable to Fires During Renovations: Insights and Preventive Measures
A Recent Tragedy Highlights an Ongoing Risk In a discouraging trend, the historic former stock exchange in Copenhagen, known as Børsen,...
Tim Spears
Apr 19, 20243 min read
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FDNY Takes Decisive Action Against Uncertified Lithium Ion Batteries
Summary of Recent FDNY Enforcement Action In a significant safety operation on April 12, FDNY's E-Safety Task Force conducted a follow-up...
Tim Spears
Apr 16, 20243 min read
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The Ignition Point: Preventing Brush Fires Caused by Improper Disposal of Lithium-Ion Batteries
In a concerning story from Lehigh Acres, a lithium-ion battery was identified as the catalyst for a brush fire near Knapp Street and...
Tim Spears
Apr 12, 20242 min read
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Fire Safety Alert: Lessons from Harold Hill
In a recent incident in Harold Hill, a catastrophic fire was sparked by the failure of lithium batteries in a converted e-bike. This...
Tim Spears
Apr 10, 20242 min read
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Navigating the Risks: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Consumer Products and Their Fire Safety Implications
In the modern world, lithium-ion batteries power everything from smartphones to laptops, and even the seemingly benign devices like...
Tim Spears
Apr 5, 20243 min read
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Igniting Safety: The London Debate on Fire Sprinklers in High-Rise Homes
Imagine living in a high rise building, confident in the safety measures installed to protect you and your family from the threat of...
Tim Spears
Apr 3, 20243 min read
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Prescott Valley Blaze Highlights Critical Need for Fire Safety Measures and Community Readiness
In the early morning hours of April 1st, the night sky ablaze with orange flames, towering 150 feet into the air, consuming a...
Tim Spears
Apr 2, 20243 min read
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