Batteries16 Feb 2026Exploding vape batteries 'putting lives at risk'A recycling facility says disposing of vapes in recycling is causing "significant problems".16 Feb 20262 Feb 2026Battery recycling to be halted after eight firesThe local authority stops battery recycling after eight fires in its refuse vehicles and tips. 2 Feb 202620 Jan 2026Battery warning after bin lorry wrecked in fireIt will cost about £250,000 to replace the vehicle, North Warwickshire Borough Council says.20 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Public art project aims to reduce battery firesThe East London Waste Authority wants to use art to highlight how batteries in bins can cause fires.7 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Warning over dangerous waste after fires break outIncidents see a blaze caused by a battery and an explosion in a lorry caused by a fire extinguisher.16 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Fire warning for unwanted Christmas electronicsFire chiefs warn of the risks posed by incorrect disposal of lithium batteries. 9 Dec 20255 Dec 2025'Dispose of batteries properly to avoid fires'Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service says blazes caused by batteries are "completely avoidable".5 Dec 202526 Nov 2025Recycling fire system planned over battery fearsThe new fire-prevention system would automatically deploy water cannons if a blaze started26 Nov 202524 Nov 2025Vape recycling scheme launched to cut fire riskResidents in Doncaster will be able to leave the items out with their recycling bin from this week.24 Nov 2025...
