Lithium-ion battery fires are no longer a rare or emerging issue—they’re something fire departments across North Texas are encountering more and more each year.

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From electric vehicles and e-bikes to everyday items like phones, tools, and battery backups, these devices are now part of daily life. But when something goes wrong, these fires behave very differently than traditional fires—burning hotter, spreading faster, and often reigniting even after they appear to be out.

 

As fire prevention professionals, we can’t afford to wait until this becomes a bigger problem. That’s why FPANT has been working alongside local departments and media partners to raise awareness, share real-world training, and help both the fire service and the public better understand the risks—and how to reduce them.

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