Batteries5 days agoBattery warning after near miss bin lorry fire in EdinburghA worker spotted smouldering rubbish in general waste that had been collected from Polwarth area of the city.5 days ago12 Aug 2026Warning after battery sparks bin lorry fire in GlasgowA lorry-load of refuse had to be dumped on the city's Jamaica Street after fire broke out on Wednesday.12 Aug 202610 Aug 2026Why airlines are warning over battery powered devicesThe dangers of lithium-ion batteries really broke into the public consciousness following a series of phone-related fires about a decade ago.10 Aug 202625 Jul 2026Bin lorry fire prompts battery warningA council is urging householders to be careful when getting rid of batteries following the blaze.25 Jul 202620 Jul 2026Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthroughA 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research. 20 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Watch: E-bike battery explodes at recycling centreLithium batteries found in e-bikes can be extremely hazardous if damaged or crushed.16 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Serious bin lorry fire prompts barbecue warning A Wychavon councillor says "doing the right thing helps protect staff, vehicles, local services".14 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Battery disposal warning after bin lorry fireThe fire was caused by a lithium battery incorrectly disposed in household waste, the council says.1 Jul 202625 Jun 2026Power banks and vapes now biggest fire risk on planesLithium battery fires are the number one safety risk to aircraft, yet the number of devices found in hold bags has nearly doubled in a year. 25 Jun 2026...
