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Lithium Batteries in Trash Sparking Fires | Toronto News
Toronto’s fire crews are battling a dangerous spike in lithium-ion battery fires—caused by phones, laptops, and e-scooters ending up in trash. Crushing in garbage trucks damages batteries, triggering thermal runaway and explosive flames that threaten first responders. With 89 incidents this year alone (up 200% since 2022), the city urges residents to safely dispose of batteries at designated drop-off sites—no more tossing them in bins. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level…
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