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Tim Spears
May 9, 20243 min read
Lithium-Ion Battery Fire at High-Rise Construction Site in Queens
In Queens, New York, a fire broke out on the 66th floor of a high-rise under construction. The culprit? Power tools powered by...
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Tim Spears
Apr 21, 20242 min read
Fire Safety Spotlight: Lessons from the Columbus Lithium-Ion Battery Fire
Early one morning in Columbus, Ohio, a semi-truck loaded with lithium-ion batteries became the center of a hazardous materials incident....
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Tim Spears
Apr 19, 20243 min read
Why Historic Buildings are Highly Vulnerable to Fires During Renovations: Insights and Preventive Measures
A Recent Tragedy Highlights an Ongoing Risk In a discouraging trend, the historic former stock exchange in Copenhagen, known as Børsen,...
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Tim Spears
Apr 16, 20243 min read
FDNY Takes Decisive Action Against Uncertified Lithium Ion Batteries
Summary of Recent FDNY Enforcement Action In a significant safety operation on April 12, FDNY's E-Safety Task Force conducted a follow-up...
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Tim Spears
Apr 12, 20242 min read
The Ignition Point: Preventing Brush Fires Caused by Improper Disposal of Lithium-Ion Batteries
In a concerning story from Lehigh Acres, a lithium-ion battery was identified as the catalyst for a brush fire near Knapp Street and...
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Tim Spears
Apr 10, 20242 min read
Fire Safety Alert: Lessons from Harold Hill
In a recent incident in Harold Hill, a catastrophic fire was sparked by the failure of lithium batteries in a converted e-bike. This...
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Tim Spears
Apr 5, 20243 min read
Navigating the Risks: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Consumer Products and Their Fire Safety Implications
In the modern world, lithium-ion batteries power everything from smartphones to laptops, and even the seemingly benign devices like...
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Tim Spears
Apr 3, 20243 min read
Igniting Safety: The London Debate on Fire Sprinklers in High-Rise Homes
Imagine living in a high rise building, confident in the safety measures installed to protect you and your family from the threat of...
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Tim Spears
Apr 2, 20243 min read
Prescott Valley Blaze Highlights Critical Need for Fire Safety Measures and Community Readiness
In the early morning hours of April 1st, the night sky ablaze with orange flames, towering 150 feet into the air, consuming a...
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Tim Spears
Mar 28, 20246 min read
Lithium-Ion Battery Regulations: A Nationwide Initiative
Imagine waking up to the news that yet another fire, fueled by a lithium-ion battery, has caused devastation. This isn't a scene from a...
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Tim Spears
Mar 26, 20242 min read
Navigating Fire Safety in Construction: The Critical Role of Hot Work Regulations
The dual nature of hot work in the construction industry, where a single spark can be the difference between creation and catastrophe....
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Tim Spears
Mar 25, 20243 min read
Fire Safety in Multifamily Dwellings: A Community and Cultural Approach to Risk Reduction
An Unfortunate Reminder The recent deadly blaze in Valencia has reignited a sense of urgency among communities and professionals alike,...
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Tim Spears
Mar 21, 20242 min read
Harnessing the Unexpected Guardian: Smart Home Technology in Fire Safety
In a world increasingly reliant on smart technology, we've come to expect our gadgets to do more than their advertised duties. But what...
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Tim Spears
Mar 19, 20242 min read
Rhode Island's Proactive Approach to Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety: A Model for Community Risk Reduction
Imagine waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of a fire alarm, only to discover that the source of the fire is something as...
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Tim Spears
Mar 18, 20242 min read
The Hidden Risks of Aftermarket Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Smartphone
A Review of the White Paper From UL Solutions In an era where the smartphone is as essential as our keys and wallet, a ticking time bomb...
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Tim Spears
Mar 17, 20242 min read
Charging Forward: Hawaii's Innovative Blueprint for Electric Vehicle Battery Safety and Sustainability
Navigating the Future of Fire Safety and Lithium-Ion Batteries Hawaii is charting a pioneering course that could redefine fire safety and...
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Tim Spears
Mar 16, 20242 min read
E-Bike Battery Explosion in Sydney Apartment: A Critical Reminder on Fire Safety
In today's fast-paced world, where technology and mobility have become intertwined with our daily lives, a new hazard has emerged, hidden...
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Tim Spears
Mar 15, 20242 min read
The Hidden Risks of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires on Firefighter Health and Community Safety
In our fast-evolving technological landscape, lithium-ion batteries power much of our world, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Yet,...
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Tim Spears
Mar 13, 20242 min read
Surat Incident Alert: Lessons on Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Electric Bike
In a recent event that captured global attention, an electric bike's lithium-ion battery exploded in a Surat house, causing significant...
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Tim Spears
Mar 12, 20242 min read
The Tale of Two Fires: A Comparative Insight on Fire Safety Measures
In the the early morning on March 11, 2024, the Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) was challenged with two distinct fire incidents in Kalihi...
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