Emergency services are reminding people about the dangers of charging e-bikes and electric scooters following a recent house fire. 
Lithium battery fires can spread quickly out of control and start a large fire within minutes. 
With Black Friday and Christmas around the corner, please keep this key safety advice in mind:
Try to store e-bikes or e-scooters outside in a garage or shed. If you have to keep them indoors, make sure you store them away from escape routes
Don’t overcharge batteries or charge them unattended or while you sleep
Damaged batteries can overheat and catch fire without warning. Check your battery regularly for any signs of damage. You can find out more about what to look out for by clicking here.
Don’t unrestrict the speed of your e-bike. This will put added stress on the battery
Do not overload socket outlets or use inappropriate extension leads
Buy from a reputable seller. Vehicles bought from online marketplaces may not meet UK Safety standards. Be particularly wary of a cheap deal that is shipped from abroad
