London has unveiled new breathing apparatus for its fire brigade at the Fire Brigade's HQ, funded by investment from the Mayor of London, to enhance the safety of Londoners. In the US, cities like New York and San Francisco are taking action to improve fire safety measures, particularly around the storage, handling, and regulation of lithium-ion batteries. This comes in response to a significant increase in lithium-ion battery fires in New York City, with FDNY data revealing a 20% rise in such fires and a tripling of deaths in 2023 compared to the previous year. Fire safety officials are advocating for more stringent regulations on lithium-ion batteries due to the widespread nature of the issue.
Great work, @FDNYFC. Fires caused by defective batteries have destroyed too many homes, and continue to put families at high risk. We must fully resolve the problem by ensuring only safe batteries are manufactured, sold, and used. https://t.co/FfU8OvIfRa
My meetings with legislators to push for more regulation on lithium-ion batteries are going well. Several leaders I’ve spoken with have seen major fires caused by them in their own states. Lithium-ion battery fires are not just a New York City problem. https://t.co/yblbfOP3Nw
Lithium-ion battery fires in New York City increased by roughly 20% and deaths from battery fires tripled in 2023 compared to 2022 — even as lawmakers have introduced new safety measures — according to FDNY data. https://t.co/8sApqh3fQn
New York isn’t the only city that’s stepping up fire safety protections as we learn how to better store, handle + regulate lithium ion batteries. A fire in my own district informed my work w/ @SFFDPIO right here in SF. Thanks to our Fire Marshal for the legislative collaboration. https://t.co/Ehl0XlTBkO
Great to see @LondonFire new breathing apparatus on display at the Fire Brigade’s HQ this morning. This equipment will help crews in their vital work keeping Londoners safe and has been made possible by investment from @MayorofLondon https://t.co/WKalhX4QMn