{"id":10157,"date":"2026-04-28T08:58:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T08:58:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/blog\/?p=10157"},"modified":"2026-04-28T09:02:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T09:02:21","slug":"can-you-extinguish-a-lithium-ion-battery-fire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/blog\/2026\/04\/28\/can-you-extinguish-a-lithium-ion-battery-fire\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Extinguish a Lithium-ion Battery Fire?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n.ecom-pb-block { max-width: 1800px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; }\n.ecom-pb-block img { max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; }\n.ecom-pb-block .img-text-container { display: flex; gap: 20px; align-items: center; }\n.ecom-pb-block .img-text-container > div { flex: 1; }\n.ecom-pb-block .ecom-pb-img-container { width: 100%; max-height: 500px; overflow: hidden; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; }\n.ecom-pb-block .ecom-pb-img-container img { width: 100%; 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padding-right: 10px !important; }\n    .ecom-pb-block .ec-pb-faq-details { width: 100% !important; margin-left: 0 !important; margin-right: 0 !important; }\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"ecom-pb-block\">\n  <!-- Open Rich Text Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\"><div><p>You may not realise it, but lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are everywhere. Your phone, your laptop, the power drill in the garage, your kid&#8217;s e-scooter &#8211; they all run on the same rechargeable technology. Most of the time, they&#8217;re perfectly safe. When something goes wrong, however, the fire risk is a very different beast to anything we&#8217;ve traditionally dealt with. So, can you extinguish a lithium-ion battery fire? And if so, how? Let&#8217;s take a look at what fire safety technology exists to help.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Rich Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Callout Box Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n  <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; padding:16px 20px; background:#eff6ff; border-left:4px solid #3b82f6; border-radius:4px; color:#1e40af; box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:1.4rem; line-height:1.4; flex-shrink:0;\">\ud83d\udca1<\/span>\n    <div style=\"flex:1;\"><strong style=\"display:block; margin-bottom:6px; font-size:1rem;\">Contents<\/strong><div><p><ul><li>What Class of Fire Is a Lithium-Ion Battery?<\/li><li>How Hot Is a Lithium-Ion Battery Fire?<\/li><li>What to Do If a Lithium-Ion Battery Catches Fire<\/li><li>How to Put Out a Lithium-Ion Battery Fire<\/li><\/ul><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Callout Box Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Staggered Text Block -->\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-staggered-wrap\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000; display:flex; justify-content:flex-start;\">\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-staggered-box\" style=\"background-color:#004976; color:#ffffff; padding:0px 30px; border-radius:0 8px 8px 0; width:85%; box-sizing:border-box;\"><h2 style=\"; color: #ffffff;\">What Class of Fire Is a Lithium-Ion Battery?<\/h2><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Staggered Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Rich Text Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\"><div><p>This is a question that&#8217;s had the fire safety industry scratching its head for years, simply because it\u2019s not always been clear. Traditionally, fires are split into classes based on the fuel type: Class A for solids, Class B for flammable liquids, Class D for metals, and so on. Lithium-ion battery fires never sat neatly in any of these boxes.<\/p>That&#8217;s now changed. In February 2026, the revised standard <a href=\"https:\/\/knowledge.bsigroup.com\/products\/classification-of-fires-3\">BS ISO 3941:2026<\/a> introduced a brand new category named Class L specifically for fires involving lithium-ion cells and batteries. It&#8217;s a landmark update that formally acknowledges what fire safety professionals have long known: these fires behave in a completely different way to anything else.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Rich Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Table Block -->\n  <div class=\"table-container table-row-mobile\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n<table class=\"desktop-table\" style=\"--header-bg: #004976; --header-text: #ffffff;\">\n<thead><tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #004976; color: #ffffff;\">Fire Class<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #004976; color: #ffffff;\">Type of Fire<\/th>\n<\/tr><\/thead><tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<td>Solid materials (wood, paper, textiles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<td>Flammable liquids<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>Flammable gases<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D<\/td>\n<td>Combustible metals<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>F<\/td>\n<td>Cooking oils and fats<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>L<\/td>\n<td>Lithium-ion cells and batteries (new, 2026)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table>\n<div class=\"mobile-rows\">\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">A<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Solid materials (wood, paper, textiles)<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">B<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Flammable liquids<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">C<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Flammable gases<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">D<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Combustible metals<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">F<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Cooking oils and fats<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-card\">\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Fire Class<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">L<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"row-item\"><div class=\"row-label\">Type of Fire<\/div><div class=\"row-value\">Lithium-ion cells and batteries (new, 2026)<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Table Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Rich Text Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\"><div><p>Unlike conventional fires, a Class L fire is driven by electrochemical reactions happening inside the battery, not just surface combustion. The battery essentially becomes its own fuel source, which is what makes it so tricky to deal with. While Class L does not currently create new UK legal duties on its own, it does mean your fire risk assessment should now explicitly consider the presence of lithium-ion batteries. If it doesn&#8217;t, it&#8217;s likely out of date.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Rich Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-grid\" style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr); gap:20px; align-items:stretch;\"><div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 20px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: left; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 1px solid #e0e0e0; min-height:300px; box-sizing:border-box;\"><h2>How Hot Is a Lithium-Ion Battery Fire?<\/h2><p><b>Short answer:<\/b> extremely hot. We\u2019re talking melt-your-tools hot.<\/p><p>A lithium-ion battery fire is caused by a process called thermal runaway. This is, in short, a chain reaction where heat triggers more heat, gases are released, and the fire becomes self-sustaining. Once it starts, it accelerates fast. Battery temperatures during thermal runaway typically range between 200\u00b0C and 1,000\u00b0C, and in large battery packs or electric vehicles, temperatures can climb even higher.<\/p><p>To put that into context, a petrol-powered vehicle fire burns at around 815\u00b0C. An EV fire? Closer to 2,760\u00b0C at its peak.<\/p><p>The reason these fires are so ferocious is that decomposing battery cathodes release oxygen as they break down, meaning the fire can sustain itself even when you cut off the external oxygen supply. Smothering it simply doesn&#8217;t work in the same way it would with a conventional fire. There&#8217;s also the small matter of the toxic gases (including carbon monoxide and hydrogen) that are produced during thermal runaway and present a serious risk to anyone nearby.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: left; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 1px solid #e0e0e0; flex:1; min-height:300px; overflow:hidden; display:flex; flex-direction:column;\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/lithium-ion-battery.jpg\" alt=\"Image\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block;flex:1;\">\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Callout Box Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n  <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; padding:16px 20px; background:#fbfbfb; border-left:4px solid #004976; border-radius:4px; color:#004976; box-sizing:border-box;\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:1.4rem; line-height:1.4; flex-shrink:0;\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n    <div style=\"flex:1;\"><div><h2>What to Do If a Lithium-Ion Battery Catches Fire<\/h2><p>First things first: if it&#8217;s a large fire, or you have any doubt whatsoever, evacuate the area and call 999 immediately. Li-ion fires spread fast and the fumes are toxic, so put your safety first.<\/p><p>That said, if a fire is caught very early or you suspect your lithium-ion battery device is about to go into thermal runaway, you may be able to act quickly and safely. Here&#8217;s a general guide:<\/p><p><ul><li><b>Stop using the device immediately<\/b> if you notice swelling, overheating, unusual smells, or discolouration<\/li><li><b>Move the device away from flammable materials<\/b> if it&#8217;s safe to do so<\/li><li><b>Do not use a standard water or CO\u2082 extinguisher<\/b> as these are likely to be ineffective and could make things worse<\/li><li><b>Use a purpose-built lithium-ion extinguisher<\/b> if you have one to hand and the fire is very small<\/li><li><b>Call 999<\/b> if there&#8217;s any doubt and make sure everyone is out of the area<\/li><\/ul>For electric vehicles, the guidance is even clearer: <b>do not attempt to fight the fire yourself<\/b>. The volume of energy involved makes it beyond the scope of personal firefighting equipment. The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.london-fire.gov.uk\/safety\/the-home\/electrical-items\/batteries-and-chargers\/\"> London Fire Brigade<\/a> has useful guidance on safe charging and storage habits worth reading if you have an EV or e-bike at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Callout Box Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-grid\" style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr); gap:0px; align-items:stretch;\"><div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 0px solid #e0e0e0; flex:1; min-height:300px; overflow:hidden; display:flex; flex-direction:column;\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/images\/ufslb6_ultrafire-lithco-lb6-lithium-ion-fire-extinguisher_front\/530x530.jpg?_20251006162553\" alt=\"Image\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block;flex:1;\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 20px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; background-color: #004976; color: #ffffff; border-top: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 0px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 0px solid #e0e0e0; min-height:300px; box-sizing:border-box;\"><h2 style=\"; color: #ffffff;\">Lithco 6lr Lithium-Ion Batery Fire Extinguisher<\/h2><p>Designed specifically for use on rechargeable lithium-ion battery fires, the LB6 fire extinguisher satisfies modern fire risks in a cost-effective, multi-purpose solution.<\/p><ul><li>Designed for UPS systems, laptops, power tools, and bulk device chargers<\/li><li>Heat dispersing, low-viscosity agent to penetrate battery casings<\/li><li>Rigid applicator lance for enhanced control and user safety<\/li><li>Third-party tested up to 360Wh battery capacity<\/li><\/ul><p><b>\u00a3179.00 ex VAT<\/b><\/p><p><b>\u00a3214.80 inc VAT<\/b><\/p><div style=\"margin-top:12px; text-align:center;\"><a href=\"#https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/lithco-6ltr-lithium-ion-battery-fire-extinguisher-ultrafire\/\" style=\"display:inline-block; padding:10px 20px; background-color:#ffffff; color:#004976; text-decoration:none; border-radius:4px; font-weight:600; font-size:14px;\">Find Out More <\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Staggered Text Block -->\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-staggered-wrap\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000; display:flex; justify-content:flex-start;\">\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-staggered-box\" style=\"background-color:#004976; color:#ffffff; padding:0px 30px; border-radius:0 8px 8px 0; width:85%; box-sizing:border-box;\"><h2 style=\"; color: #ffffff;\">How to Put Out a Lithium-Ion Battery Fire&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Staggered Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Rich Text Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\"><div><p>Given that Class L fires are self-oxygenating and can reignite even after appearing extinguished, the goal shifts from &#8220;put it out&#8221; to &#8220;cool it down and contain it.&#8221; There are now products specifically designed for exactly that.<\/p><h3 style=\"; color: #000000;\">Lithium-Ion Fire Extinguishers<\/h3><p>There are two types of extinguisher designed specifically for li-ion battery fires.<\/p><p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/lithco-6ltr-lithium-ion-battery-fire-extinguisher-ultrafire\"><b> Lithco LB6 Fire Extinguisher<\/b><\/a> is a water-based extinguisher containing a special additive called P Foam. Unlike standard water extinguishers, the agent in the LB6 is designed to penetrate through the outer casing of an electrical device and reach the battery itself. It&#8217;s been rigorously third-party tested up to 360Wh battery capacity and is proven effective on li-ion fires in handheld devices, laptops and power tools. It&#8217;s also safe to use on live electrical equipment up to 1,000V, and handles Class A fires too, making it a versatile unit to have around.<\/p><p>The second type uses an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/lith-safe-aerosol-fire-extinguisher\">Aqueous Vermiculite Dispersion (AVD)<\/a> agent. Rather than simply suppressing flames, AVD works by surrounding the burning battery cells and forming a crust around the device, cutting off the fire and acting as a physical barrier that stops it spreading beyond the battery or device itself.<\/p><p>AVD extinguishers are increasingly the recommended choice for lithium-ion fire risks. Compact aerosol versions are well suited to home and workshop use, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/britannia-p50-lithium-ion-avd-extinguishers\">larger AVD extinguishers<\/a> can replace an entire commercial fire point, handling the same risks covered by water and CO2 units as well as Class L lithium-ion fires.<\/p><p><b>Worth noting:<\/b> neither type of li-ion extinguisher is suitable for electric car fires. The sheer quantity of extinguishing agent needed makes that a job for the fire service.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Rich Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\">\n  <div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-grid\" style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr); gap:20px; align-items:stretch;\"><div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 20px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: left; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 1px solid #e0e0e0; min-height:300px; box-sizing:border-box;\"><h3>Electric Car Fire Blankets<\/h3><p>For electric vehicles, the best option available is the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/lithco-electric-vehicle-fire-blanket-with-telescopic-poles\">Lithco Electric Vehicle Fire Blanket with Telescopic Poles<\/a>. Rather than trying to extinguish an EV fire outright (which frankly isn&#8217;t realistic), the blanket is designed to contain it. It wraps around the vehicle to stop flames and molten debris spreading to nearby cars or structures, while simultaneously cutting off the oxygen supply to slow the fire&#8217;s progress.<\/p><p>These blankets are designed for use at car parks, charging stations, car ferries and by fire service personnel. They&#8217;re not an extinguishing tool, but a containment one, and that distinction matters enormously when dealing with a fire of this intensity. They should be used by trained personnel only.<\/p><h3>Lithium-Ion Battery Storage Safes<\/h3><p>Prevention, as ever, beats cure. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/li-safe-battery-fire-protection-box\">Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Protection Box<\/a>&nbsp;is suitable for quarantining items, and is particularly useful for protection when transporting or storing goods. For larger items, we\u2019d recommend the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/product\/premium-plus-storage-and-charging-large-cabinet-cemo-lockex\">Premium Plus Storage and Charging Cabinet<\/a>, which is both fire and explosion proof, ideal for protecting business assets.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re regularly charging e-bikes, power tool batteries, or multiple devices in one location, dedicated battery storage is well worth considering.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"ecom-pb-mcg-child\" style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: left; border-top: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-right: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-bottom: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-left: 1px solid #e0e0e0; flex:1; min-height:300px; overflow:hidden; display:flex; flex-direction:column;\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/electric-car-charging.jpg\" alt=\"Image\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block;flex:1;\">\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n  <!-- Close Mixed Content Grid Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Rich Text Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000\"><div><p>If your assessment doesn&#8217;t currently account for Class L hazards, now is a good time to revisit it. If you&#8217;re not sure what equipment you need, our team at Safelincs is on hand to help, just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/contact\">get in touch<\/a> via live chat or give us a call.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Rich Text Block -->\n\n  <!-- Open Button Block -->\n  <div style=\"padding: 0px; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 0px; text-align: left; border-top: 0px solid #000000; border-right: 0px solid #000000; border-bottom: 0px solid #000000; border-left: 0px solid #000000; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/category\/lithium-ion-fire-extinguishers\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 12px 30px; background-color: #004976; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: 500; transition: opacity 0.2s;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.opacity='0.9'\" onmouseout=\"this.style.opacity='1'\">Shop Lithium-Ion Fire Extinguishers<\/a><\/div>\n  <!-- Close Button Block -->\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may not realise it, but lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are everywhere. Your phone, your laptop, the power drill in the garage, your kid&#8217;s e-scooter &#8211; they all run on the same rechargeable technology. Most of the time, they&#8217;re perfectly safe. When something goes wrong, however, the fire risk is a very different beast to anything &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safelincs.co.uk\/blog\/2026\/04\/28\/can-you-extinguish-a-lithium-ion-battery-fire\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Can You Extinguish a Lithium-ion Battery Fire?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":10158,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10157","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-and-updates"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Can You Extinguish a Lithium-ion Battery Fire?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Lithium-ion battery fires are difficult to tackle with traditional extinguishers. 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