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Real-World Fire Sprinkler Saves: Lessons from Recent Incidents From January 2026
In January, we saw multiple incidents across the U.S. and internationally where sprinklers limited fire spread, reduced injuries, and prevented what could have been much larger losses. I’ve put together a new slide show highlighting recent fire sprinkler saves from January 2026. These incidents span multifamily housing, schools, senior living facilities, and large industrial buildings. Each one reinforces the same message that early sprinkler activation changes outcomes. A fe
Tim Spears
Feb 225 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Incidents: October 1 - 18
Lithium-ion batteries power nearly everything around us, from e-bikes and scooters to phones, tools, and even large-scale energy systems. But as their use expands, so does the number of fires linked to damaged, overcharged, or improperly handled batteries. This photo carousel highlights real-world incidents from October 1–18, offering a snapshot of the diverse locations where these fires are occurring such as homes, vehicles, transit systems, and industrial sites, and what we
Tim Spears
Oct 26, 20254 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: September 14 - 30
Lithium-ion batteries power so much of our daily life, from e-bikes and phones to electric vehicles and energy storage, but when...
Tim Spears
Oct 5, 20255 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: September 1 - 6
Lithium-ion batteries power much of our daily life, from phones and scooters to cars and industrial equipment. But with their benefits...
Tim Spears
Sep 21, 20253 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: August 24 - 31
Lithium-ion batteries power nearly everything we use today, from e-bikes to phones to energy storage sites. But with that convenience...
Tim Spears
Sep 15, 20254 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: August 17 - 23
Lithium-ion batteries power nearly everything around us phones, e-bikes, tools, even mobility devices. But with their benefits come very...
Tim Spears
Sep 1, 20255 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: August 10 - 16
Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices, tools, and vehicles we rely on every day. But with their benefits comes a growing fire...
Tim Spears
Aug 24, 20254 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: August 1 - 9
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere, powering our phones, bikes, cars, and even home energy systems. But with their benefits come real...
Tim Spears
Aug 17, 20254 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: July 6 - 12
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere, from power tools to e-bikes and even the trash. But with their convenience comes a continued fire...
Tim Spears
Jul 20, 20252 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: July 1 - 5
Recent incident summaries reveal that lithium-ion battery fires are affecting a wide range of occupancies, including single-family homes,...
Tim Spears
Jul 13, 20253 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: June 15 - 21
Recent lithium-ion battery fire incidents highlight ongoing challenges for fire and building safety professionals, with events occurring...
Tim Spears
Jun 29, 20253 min read


Fire Sprinkler Saves: April 2025
Sprinkler systems quietly stop fires from becoming major emergencies. From apartment buildings and senior housing to restaurants and...
Tim Spears
May 18, 202517 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Watch: April 2025 Edition
In April 2025, fire departments around the world responded to several incidents involving lithium-ion batteries. These cases continue to...
Tim Spears
May 18, 202520 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Watch: March 2025 Edition Part 2
Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere, powering our phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, and electric vehicles. They’ve made modern life...
Tim Spears
Apr 12, 202514 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Watch: March 2025 Edition Part 1
Lithium-ion batteries have become integral to modern life, powering everything from personal electronics to electric vehicles. Yet, as...
Tim Spears
Mar 30, 202512 min read


Fire Sprinkler Saves: February 2025 - Part 1
Fire sprinkler systems are an essential component of modern fire protection, playing a important role in reducing fire damage, preventing...
Tim Spears
Mar 15, 20259 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Watch: February 2025 Edition Part I
Lithium-ion batteries have become an essential part of modern life, powering everything from smartphones and e-bikes to electric vehicles...
Tim Spears
Mar 15, 202515 min read


The Ongoing Risk of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: A Continuing Global Series
Lithium-ion batteries have become a cornerstone of modern technology, powering everything from smartphones and laptops to electric...
Tim Spears
Feb 15, 202514 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: Early January 2025 Incident Review and Safety Insights
Lithium-ion batteries have become an important part of modern life, powering everything from electric vehicles to consumer electronics....
Tim Spears
Feb 1, 202511 min read


Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: Insights from December 2024 Incidents
Lithium-ion battery fires have become a pressing concern, with recent incidents highlighting the dangers of improper use, storage, and...
Tim Spears
Jan 4, 20259 min read
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