NYC records 406 lithium-ion battery fires so far in 2026

Public Safety · New York City · Mon Nov 9, 4:59 AM Eastern

Fire Department data show 406 lithium-ion battery fires in 2026 so far, a record. Since 2019, such fires have caused 46 deaths and 628 injuries.

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