FDNY officials reported back-to-back fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, noting, 'The barge fire took more than four hours to extinguish with toxic smoke spreading to surrounding neighborhoods.' The incident underscores the growing concern over battery safety as such fires continue to plague New York City.
Chief Fire Marshall Daniel Flynn highlighted the devastating impact of a lithium-ion battery in an apartment fire, stating, 'One single battery took out five homes,' emphasizing how the battery not only caused the fire but also obstructed escape routes for residents.
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