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E-Bike Fires Explained | Toronto News
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Toronto’s e-bike and e-scooter fires are exploding — literally — with over 150 incidents since 2021, making lithium-ion battery mishandling the city’s top fire hazard. These aren’t just accidents: they’re caused by physical abuse, faulty knock-off batteries, or overcharging, which can trigger deadly chemical reactions, explosions, and toxic gas releases. Even quality batteries can fail under stress — but cheap, uncertified ones? They’re toast.
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