Lithium-Ion Batteries Cause 3 Landfill Fires in Vermillion

Landfill fires lead Vermillion to issue lithium battery disposal alert

The fires, which occurred over the last three weeks, were all attributed to improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries, which are prevalent in consumer electronics.

Lithium-ion batteries cause 3 landfill fires in Vermillion

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The City of Vermillion is issuing a public safety alert following three separate landfill fires in the last three weeks connected to lithium-ion batteries. According to a press release, lithium-ion batteries are a growing concern for waste management due to their improper disposal. These improper disposals can lead to crushed [...]