Scooter Battery Fire Leaves 8 Homeless | Fresno News

A devastating fire in central Fresno leaves eight people homeless after a lithium-ion scooter battery exploded while charging indoors, sparking flames that tore through the living room. Thirty-two firefighters battled the blaze, which destroyed most of the home’s contents — but miraculously, no one was injured. Authorities warn about the hidden dangers of these increasingly common batteries, urging users to watch for signs like swelling, heat, or smoke. The family is now receiving aid from the Red Cross, grateful they escaped unharmed despite losing everything. 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/40caaa6014e5587e