Battery Fires Increasing in Toronto: City
TORONTO, CANADA, JUL 7 – Toronto Fire Service launches safety campaign after a 162% rise in lithium-ion battery fires over two years, with 43 incidents already in 2025, officials said.
- The number of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in Toronto increased by 162 percent, from 29 to 76 incidents between 2022 and 2024, according to a city news release.
- So far in 2025, Toronto Fire has responded to 43 battery-related fires, as stated by the city.
- Fire Chief Jim Jessop expressed concern over the rise, noting that many of these fires are preventable.
- Consumers are urged to follow safety measures to reduce risks, including using certified batteries and avoiding tampering, according to the city's advice.
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