The brigade has now revealed that the fire is believed to be accidental and was the result of a catastrophic failure of lithium batteries in a converted e-bike. A spokesperson said: "This fire that has left a home destroyed and is yet another example of how devastating fires caused by e-bikes can be."
They added that the e-bike that likely triggered the blaze had been converted from a normal e-bike using a DIY kit bought online. Such kits, the spokesperson stressed, can pose a higher risk to life and the brigade is urging people to get a professional to carry out the conversion.
At this fire in Harold Hill, the e-bike was stored under the stairs when it caught alight. We recommend storing an e-bike or e-scooter outside or in a shed or garage if you can. If you are keeping it inside, make sure it's not an escape route.
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