Heavy apartment fire in Friedrichshain: residents injured by burning lithium-ion batteries

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Wohnungsbrand in Friedrichshain: Schwer verletzter Bewohner nach Brand von Lithium-Ionen-Akkus Am Mittwochabend ereignete sich ein Wohnungsbrand in der Boxhagener Straße in Friedrichshain. Nach Informationen der B.Z. gerieten drei Lithium-Ionen-Akkus für Motorroller in Brand, wodurch das Feuer auf die Wohnung übergriff. Ein Bewohner erlitt schwere Verletzungen und wurde in ein Krankenhaus gebracht. Die Feuerwehr konnte die brennenden Akkus bergen und in einem Spezialgefäß kühlen. Im Anschluss wurden sie fachgerecht entsorgt. Für den Einsatz waren insgesamt 35 Einsatzkräfte der Feuerwehr vor Ort. Die Berliner Polizei hat ein Fachkommissariat mit den Ermittlungen betraut. Die Sicherheitsexperten der Feuerwehr warnen vor den Gefahren von Lithium-Ionen-Akkus. …
Housing fire in Friedrichshain: Seriously injured residents after fire from lithium-ion batteries On Wednesday evening, an apartment fire occurred on Boxhagener Strasse in Friedrichshain. According to information from B.Z. Three lithium-ion batteries for scooters got on fire, which caused the fire to attack the apartment. A resident suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital. The fire brigade was able to mount the burning batteries and cool in a special vessel. They were then professionally disposed of. A total of 35 fire brigade forces were on site for the operation. The Berlin police entrusted a specialist commissioner with the investigation. The fire department's security experts warn of the dangers of lithium-ion batteries. ... (Symbolbild/MB)

apartment fire in Friedrichshain: Seriously injured residents after fire from lithium-ion batteries

On Wednesday evening, an apartment fire occurred on Boxhagener Straße in Friedrichshain. According to information from B.Z. Three lithium-ion batteries for scooters got on fire, which caused the fire to attack the apartment. A resident suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital.

The fire brigade was able to mount the burning batteries and cool in a special vessel. They were then professionally disposed of. A total of 35 fire brigade forces were on site for the operation. The Berlin police entrusted a specialist commissioner with the investigation.

The fire department's security experts warn of the dangers of lithium-ion batteries. In improper use or damage, these can cease fire and cause serious damage. Therefore, it is important to store the batteries properly and to immediately consult professional help when suspected of damage.

The incident in Friedrichshain once again shows the importance of a responsible handling of lithium-ion batteries. In order to avoid such fires, consumers should pay attention to quality and safety standards when buying devices with batteries and check them regularly. In addition, you should definitely pay attention to compliance with charging specifications and times to avoid overheating or overloading the battery.

The incident in Friedrichshain is now examined by the investigative authorities in order to clarify the exact cause of the fire. In this context, the security measures in relation to the storage and handling of lithium-ion batteries are also checked.

The Berlin fire brigade urgently warns against disposing of defective or damaged batteries. Instead, they should be given in special collection points to avoid possible dangers.

Topics: Berlin fire brigade, apartment fire