Cracking the code of lithium-Ion batteries with FDNY Chief of Safety James Canty and Battalion Chiefs Ray Coyle and Matt Quinn
About this episode
The episode discusses the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries and safety measures for handling them during emergencies.
Over the past several years, lithium-ion batteries have become increasingly common. Most people are now familiar with the fire risks associated with the batteries used in e-bikes and scooters, devices that have tragically contributed to 34 fire related deaths in New York City since 2021, as of the date of publication. But, the presence of lithium-ion batteries goes far beyond micromobility. They're found in everything from electric vehicles to large grid-scale energy storage systems, some of which are being installed in urban environments within the five boroughs. In this episode, Battalion Chief Jason Cascone hosts a comprehensive discussion with FDNY Chief of Safety James Canty, and Hazmat Battalion Chiefs Ray Coyle and Matt Quinn about why lithium-ion batteries can be volatile, how to safely operate at fires involving them, and mitigating them on the fireground.
People in this episode
Host: Jason Cascone
Guests: James Canty, Ray Coyle, Matt Quinn
Topics covered
- lithium-ion batteries
- fire safety
- hazmat operations
- urban energy storage
- fire risks
- e-bikes and scooters
Keywords
- lithium-ion batteries
- fire safety
- FDNY
- hazmat
- urban environments
- e-bikes
- scooters
- fire risks
- energy storage
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: FDNY
Products: lithium-ion batteries
Places: New York City
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