Lithium-ion batteries can become unstable under certain conditions, leading to fires. Now, researchers have used new materials that they say can make batteries safer.

Lithium-ion batteries are now an essential part of modern life, powering everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to smartwatches, cameras, and household gadgets like robot vacuums. Even if ...

Lithium-ion batteries, found in many popular consumer products, are under scrutiny again following a massive fire this week in New York City thought to be caused by the battery that powered an ...

Firefighters have warned residents to dispose of batteries in the proper way after a bin lorry fire in Worksop.

Rules around lithium-ion batteries in spotlight after a portable charger caught fire on an Australian flight – but experts say risk is no higher in mid-air Follow our Australia news live blog for ...

In March 2024, a family home in Newbridge was gutted by a fire caused by lithium-ion battery Lithium batteries present the "fastest growing" risk of fires, a Welsh fire and rescue service has said.

The London Fire Brigade (LFB) have said that the probable cause of a fire at the Veolia Southwark plant was lithium-ion batteries. On Monday (18 November 2024), six fire engines and around 40 ...

Hanover's fire prevention shows took on new lessons in 2025, seeking to educate the public - and children - about avoiding ...

Two-trailer carrying 15 tonnes of lithium ion batteries caught alight near Yass on Saturday morning, closing traffic in both directions ...

The average cost of fire-related claims involving lithium batteries is £50,000, with fires caused by leaking and damaged batteries and overcharged e-vehicles combusting at home. The Greater London ...