Fire departments worldwide are experiencing an increase in fire incidents involving lithium-ion battery-powered devices. Due to the unique properties of this relatively new technology, failure in a single cell can lead to the propagation of thermal runaways, fatal fires, and gas explosions.
The District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department (DCFEMS) and UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) are co-hosting this symposium for fire service members interested in learning more about lithium-ion battery risks during fire incidents. Read More…