Listen to Episode 16: Lithium-Ion Batteries - Real Stories, Real Risks

How much do you really know about the batteries in your home?

The mobility equipment pictured here features in Julie's story. She shares how two incidents involving second-hand mobility equipment resulted in a devastating fire at her parents' home and the loss of her own car.

A charred electric mobility scooter sits on a tiled patio beside a small round table with a burnt top. Nearby, there are flower pots and a ceramic pig garden ornament on the ground.

We also hear from Rob, one of our Crew Managers, who experienced a lithium-ion battery fire after a battery in his home went into thermal runaway, despite following the safety advice we regularly share with the public.

From mobility scooters and e-bikes to mobile phones and power banks, lithium-ion batteries are part of everyday life. But what happens when things go wrong?

A room damaged by fire, showing charred walls and doorway, with blackened debris on the floor. A partially burnt cabinet stands to the right, and some items are scattered, including a pack of toilet paper.

Alongside Julie and Rob's experiences, Warren, our Incident Intelligence Officer, explains why these fires happen, the warning signs to look out for and how you can help protect yourself and your family.

Listen to Episode 16: Lithium-Ion Batteries: Real Stories, Real Risks, the latest episode of Out of the Ashes: Stories from Lancashire, on your preferred streaming platform or visit: https://outoftheashesstoriesfromlancashire_lfrs.buzzsprout.com/2205963/episodes/20119252

Please help us share this episode to raise awareness of the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and help keep others safe.

The image shows the interior of a car filled with various scattered items, including a a burnt anf fire damaged electric wheelchair. The seats and surroundings highlight the fire and smoke damage.