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E-Bike Battery Explodes in Bedroom | Montpelier News
A lithium battery explosion on Elm Street sent flames roaring through a bedroom, forcing a full building evacuation and sending two residents to the hospital. Fire crews acted fast, containing the blaze in minutes—but the damage is severe, with water flooding every unit and twelve people displaced overnight. Authorities are sounding the alarm: charge e-bike batteries outside or disconnect them from the bike, never leave them near living spaces. This isn’t an isolated incident—firefighters say these risks are rising. It’s a stark reminder that even our coolest tech can pack a dangerous punch…
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