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id: 55c5010323
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-09 04:59 EST
updated: 2026-11-09 04:59 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# NYC records 406 lithium-ion battery fires so far in 2026

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.

Section: [Public Safety](/new-york/section/safety.md) · Entities: [New York City Fire Department](/new-york/wiki/new-york-city-fire-department.md)

## Coverage

- [THE CITY](https://www.thecityreporter.nyc/2026/11/09/ebike-lithium-ion-battery-fires-legislation-laws/), 2026-11-09 04:59 EST: E-Bike Battery Fires Hit Record in NYC, But Solutions Remain Elusive

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