In 2019, when the FDNY first started tracking these fires, only 13 blazes were attributed to the batteries. By 2020, the number had more than tripled to 44, according to FDNY officials.

The FDNY has seen a startling 53% increase in structural fires linked to exploding lithium-ion batteries this year — a sobering statistic that shows e-bike and scooter owners are not taking ...

The FDNY suspended Michael Pena last month after he allegedly ran a red light while speeding and under the influence on Northern Boulevard in Corona, slamming into LaGuardia Airport worker Justin ...

Burned patches of foliage can still be spotted throughout the 798-acre park — as well as some scorched golf balls from the ...

Fires sparked by lithium-ion batteries—which are used to power electric bicycles—have proven to be violent, fast-moving and tough to extinguish. So far this year, the FDNY says 66 fires have ...

In a show of support for Staten Island’s first responders, Fall, a Democrat who represents the North Shore, and Tanen donated fitness equipment to FDNY Engine 157/Ladder 80 in Port Richmond.