Fire officials say they believe a faulty e-bike battery was the cause of the fire.
More than 100 fire and EMS members responded to the scene to extinguish the blaze.New York City Council Member Keith Powers says that the string of fires started by lithium-ion batteries in New York City has become a "full-blown crisis." He spoke with FOX 5 NY about recent legislation massed by the council to regulate e-bike batteries and try and prevent more fires.Fire officials say that, while the investigation is still underway, they believe a faulty e-bike battery was the cause.
Earlier on Monday, the FDNY tweeted about e-bike and lithium-ion battery safety, urging New Yorkers never to leave their batteries charging overnight or unattended.E-bike battery fires have become a major concern across New York City in 2023. Last week, an e-bike was blamed for starting a fire that destroyed a grocery store in the Bronx and left seven people injured.In January, a man was killed, and three other people were injured after a house fire sparked by a lithium-ion battery.
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