FDNY offers safety tips for lithium-ion battery purchases on Cyber Monday
According to the FDNY, lithium-ion batteries are responsible for over 200 fires in New York City this year.
Cyber Monday is here and offers sales and deals for everything – including lithium-ion batteries that are rechargeable and used for e-bikes, vapes, and more.
The FDNY is reminding New Yorkers to make sure the batteries they’re buying are legitimate. With companies like Renogy and Dakota Lithium offering sales up to 60% off for refurbished batteries, city fire officials warn that those can be more dangerous.
“Make sure that it’s certified by a national recognized testing laboratory,” said an FDNY representative. “Only use the manufacturer’s power cords or batteries made specifically for the device.”
According to the FDNY, lithium-ion batteries are responsible for over 200 fires in New York City this year, including one that burned down Concourse Food Plaza and has harmed the surrounding businesses.
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For those purchasing lithium-ion batteries on sale, the FDNY also reminds owners to not charge them near exits or anything flammable to keep yourself and others safe.
