00:00 E-bike battery fires have been responsible for the lives of people in recent years.
00:05 Lithium-ion batteries are often used on e-bikes and scooters.
00:09 The Washington Post reports these are the ones that catch fire.
00:13 The following tips can provide e-bike owners safety when charging at home.
00:17 Never leave your e-bike unattended when charging.
00:20 Also, consider where you're storing and charging your e-bike.
00:24 For example, don't use a place where you could block an exit.
00:27 The Wall Street Journal adds not to mix and match chargers, buy aftermarket batteries
00:32 or charge in extreme temperatures.
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