USCG Warns Of Fire Risks From Lithium-Ion Battery Installations On Ships

USCG: Lithium-ion (Li-on) Battery System Installations - mfame.guru

The US Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a safety alert and providing guidance regarding lithium-ion (Li-on) battery installations. An integrated Li-ion battery bank recently caught fire onboard an inspected passenger vessel when loosely crimped lugs overheated. While no one was injured and the vessel sustained minimal damage, this casualty highlights safety hazards unique to Li-ion batteries. All integrated (installations used for propulsion and el…

USCG Warns Of Fire Risks From Lithium-Ion Battery Installations On Ships

A major danger is thermal runaway, where an internal failure or short circuit causes the battery to release very hot and flammable gases.