E-Bike Battery Fire Claims Two Pets | Tampa News

A Citrus County home erupted in flames Tuesday night, claiming the lives of a dog and cat — investigators point to a faulty e-bike battery as the culprit. The resident was jolted awake by an explosion and saw flames near the charging station. Fire crews swiftly contained the blaze, but the damage was severe, leaving the home uninhabitable. Officials warn that lithium-ion batteries can ignite if mishandled — always use approved chargers, keep devices away from flammable materials, and never leave them unattended. The American Red Cross is helping the displaced owner — a sobering reminder: when smoke appears, get out fast. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/451423b08b9161b2