Garbage Truck Fire Subdued. Threat Underscores Dangers of Discarded Lithium Batteries, OEM Says

Garbage truck fire subdued. Threat underscores dangers of discarded lithium batteries, OEM says

A garbage truck fire Thursday morning has prompted officials to warn residents about the dangers of throwing lithium batteries in household trash.

Improperly discarded lithium-ion batteries spark garbage truck fire in Warren County - WRNJ Radio

PHILLIPSBURG, N.J. (Warren County) — Three improperly discarded lithium-ion batteries ignited a fire inside a garbage truck Thursday morning in Phillipsburg, prompting a safety warning from local officials. Warren Chemical Engine Company said the department was alerted at approximately 10:25 a.m. Feb. 12 by Phillipsburg Department of Public Works employees who reported a truck fire near Cedar Alley and Jefferson Street. Officials determined the …