10/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/25/2024 16:00
October 25, 2024
FDNY fire marshals have determined the cause of a deadly fire on Oct. 24 in the Bronx was a lithium-ion battery, killing one person.
The FDNY has released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA), reminding New Yorkers to charge lithium-ion batteries outside wherever possible.
"As I have said before, one death is too many. The FDNY will not stop until that number is zero," FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker said.
For safety information related to lithium-ion batteries, go to FDNYSmart.org.