Last year, GMFRS attended 14 fires that had been sparked by e-bikes and e-scooters
A warning has been issued after a major tower block blaze was sparked by an e-bike battery. All residents had to be evacuated during the fire at Mulberry Court in Salford.
A report by Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service has concluded that the fire was caused by an e-bike battery that had been charging in the bedroom of the property. “We’ve carried out extensive fire safety improvements to all our tower blocks in Salford, and fortunately the fire was contained to the flat where it originated, but the ferocity at which the fire took hold and the damage it caused to the property is quite shocking.
"The fire started due to a faulty lithium-ion battery pack that was left charging and the pictures show just how quickly this type of fire can rip through a property. We are urging everyone with an electric bike to be responsible and follow our safety guidance.
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