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Lithium Battery Fires Surge in Toronto | Toronto News
Lithium-ion battery fires are exploding in Toronto—with a 200% surge since 2022—burning hotter, faster, and more dangerously than ever, often reaching flashover in just 90 seconds. Firefighters face exploding batteries, toxic smoke, and unpredictable behavior, especially from e-bikes and scooters packed into apartments. With no federal control over battery standards, local authorities are scrambling as Health Canada and Ontario’s fire marshal push for new regulations to stop these deadly chain reactions triggered by thermal runaway. White smoke? That’s your warning. This is no longer just a…
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