A fire in a Bronx apartment building, caused by a lithium-ion battery from an e-bike, resulted in one death and six injuries. This incident is part of a trend, with 243 fires, 124 injuries, and 17 deaths related to lithium-ion batteries this year. Efforts are being made to address the issue, including a new noise camera program and safety regulations for e-bikes in NYC and San Francisco. The NYC Council has also approved measures to curb noise pollution and expand access to menstrual products in city facilities. Additionally, a pilot program will be launched to test safe e-bike battery charging in public locations.
A fire started by a lithium-ion battery killed 1 person at 1440 Bronx River Pkwy last Sunday. A micro mobility device was found by the front door. If you have a micro mobility device, do not charge it or leave it by the front door. More tips https://t.co/phT5Xa5UiK https://t.co/OUA0b7QXFF
NYC is getting noise cameras. https://t.co/o0rRTkMM6e
This week, @NYC_DOT completed a major street safety project on 3rd Ave from E. 59th to E. 96th St! 👏 Every intersection redesigned to be safer 🎉 Wider and more comfortable 1.9-mile protected bike lane 🥳 New offset bus lane for faster service https://t.co/mfAI7oluf1 https://t.co/VfWbCy18gS
EDITORIAL | Hear, hear NYC Council crackdown on noise is most welcome https://t.co/IztgZJwTri
Great to join @NY1 this morning to discuss the Stop Spreading the Noise Act approved yesterday by the City Council. Tune in at 9:30 to hear about the new noise camera program & other measures we’re taking to give New Yorkers some well-deserved peace & quiet. https://t.co/TgatFVztNW
2 hurt in Brooklyn fire sparked by lithium-ion batteries at illegal repair shop, FDNY says https://t.co/dYIuWZxVef https://t.co/T4ENAMccHS
NYC approves new measure for citywide noise cameras to crackdown on loud cars https://t.co/UuYlxgEeXv https://t.co/KZ1Kjxrjwz
2 hurt in Brooklyn fire sparked by lithium-ion batteries at illegal repair shop, FDNY says https://t.co/rqnM68osTM https://t.co/yKfYe7mUjO
Today, @NYCCouncil voted to: 📄Expand access to menstrual products in city facilities 📄Curb noise pollution by expanding noise camera program 📄Provide mechanism to inspect vacant residential units 📄Consolidate notice requirements for bike lanes https://t.co/XmJLg8hpyy
NYC approves new measure for citywide noise cameras to crackdown on loud cars https://t.co/ejtIwfJlOQ https://t.co/lImWHn6aqM
2 hurt in Brooklyn fire sparked by lithium-ion batteries at illegal repair shop, FDNY says https://t.co/qPEHV2dcE6 https://t.co/BBOfRpX5tG
This week we open a new front in our efforts to protect New Yorkers from lithium ion battery fires. Under a pilot program we're launching next year, delivery drivers will help us test safe e-bike battery charging in public locations. Learn more: https://t.co/k9wPpcAURl
#DidYouKnow that home fires are more frequent in winter?🔥 Help stop the dangerous cycle, New York City. Never charge or store lithium-ion batteries next to an exit or window. https://t.co/IsAphaSvU3
Join us at our rally today to demand greater accountability on e-bikes and scooters. It's time to address the 'Wild Wild West' situation of these devices in New York. We believe in stronger regulations for safer streets. Make your voice heard and be a part of the change! https://t.co/i59iYGife6
NYC to vote on new measure for citywide noise cameras https://t.co/ppGCf0t5sj https://t.co/O8yOJjKZE1
Fire officials believe an electrical fault or lithium-ion battery may have caused a fire that forced dozens of families from their apartments in Plainfield, New Jersey on Monday. @csloantv reports. https://t.co/8f4br6HfhT
After destructive fires in SF & NYC, we're moving forward w/ safety regulations in partnership w/ e-bike companies as their tech evolves. Thanks to @SFFDPIO for leading in the field of safety, as usual. @sfchronicle https://t.co/kiWLsPtRvw
More coverage in the @nytimes today of my effort to tackle noisy vehicles with a new noise camera program. Good news: the bill comes up for a vote at the @NYCCouncil tomorrow. https://t.co/eIRQqy12G5
Bronx NYCHA fire victim, 39, dies, as FDNY determines lithium-ion battery sparked blaze It took 78 firefighters from 20 different units to handle. 243 fires, 124 injuries and 17 deaths this year related to highly flammable lithium-ion batteries https://t.co/JxSOQ0ZBOe
E-bike battery sparks NYC apartment building fire that killed one, injured six https://t.co/oorR1Vb8OS https://t.co/DQf5LBOklZ