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Lithium-ion Battery Fires: What You Need To Know

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Lithium-ion batteries are everywhere now, powering everything from phones and laptops to e-bikes, power tools and electric vehicles. But we’re also seeing growing concern about fires involving these batteries, some of which can burn extremely hot and be difficult to extinguish. Benjamin Casey, founder of CODEX Engineering and creator, host of the "FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING PODCAST," joins Brent to explain the risks and what safety tips people should know.
18 Aug 12PM English Canada News Commentary

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