The fire service says it is seeing more blazes caused by lithium batteries overheating.
By Gemma Dillon & Tim DalePeople are being urged not to overcharge electrical items after a rise in the number fires caused by overheating lithium batteries.
"We see time and time again how leaving lithium batteries to charge while unattended, or while occupants are sleeping, increases the fire risk," said Lee Miller, the service's district commander for Leeds.A fire caused by an electric bike overheating destroyed Emmaleigha Reilly's kitchen The fire severely damaged the kitchen and the hallway and caused smoke damage throughout the property."It was left just on the side, it wasn't on charge."The fire service has also warned people not to risk blocking their escape route in case of a fire by charging items, especially electric bikes or scooters, in a hallway or near a door.
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